Irrigation Tech

Annco; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, test, and maintain irrigation equipment including sprinklers, pumps, water lines, and timers. You will work on site with heavy machinery for trenching and install wiring for water timers.

You will design and repair controllers, diagnose issues, perform site assessments, and maintain records. The role requires safety compliance, ability to respond to emergencies, and collaboration with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Must understand methods, tools, equipment, materials, and practices used in the irrigation trade.
• Able to provide detailed irrigation site assessments.
• Able to perform basic math calculations.
• Able to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Understand and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs irrigation controllers, including electrical components.
• Assists field personnel with diagnosing irrigation problems.
• Performs site assessments and inspects equipment.
• Maintains records of maintenance activities and work orders.
• Complies with OSHA regulations and safety protocols.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Troubleshooting

Math calculations

Safety awareness

Tools

Trenching equipment

Boring equipment

PVC installation techniques

Job description

Irrigation Technician

This position is responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining irrigation equipment including sprinklers, pumps, water lines, and suction valves. Irrigation technicians may also be required to operate heavy machinery for trenching and install wiring systems for water timers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Designs, installs, troubleshoots, and repairs many types and models of irrigation controllers, including electrical.
• Assists field personnel with diagnosing and troubleshooting irrigation related problems.
• Uses a proactive approach to irrigation system management.
• Performs site assessments, inspects equipment, inventory supplies and maintains adequate on-hand supplies.
• Maintains, repairs and troubleshoots numerous sizes and types of control valves.
• Repairs irrigation mainlines from 1” to 12” in size, using components and techniques established by the industry.
• Repairs backflow prevention devices
• Train personnel as needed.
• Conform to OSHA regulations.
• Maintains detailed records of maintenance activities and completed work orders.
• Communicate any and all issues with supervisors within the organization.
• Prepares necessary documents and reports.
• Assists in the creation of a culture of safety and environmental protection by performing work safely in accordance with company safety procedures.
• Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practices to the supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Attends meetings as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years-of-age or older.
• Must be able to operate or use trenching and boring equipment and shovel to prepare trenches.
• Possesses knowledge of methods, tools, equipment, materials, and practices used in the irrigation trade.
• Must have knowledge of PVC installation and techniques.
• Able to provide detailed irrigation site assessments.
• Able to perform basic math calculations.
• Able to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner.
• Work in a safe, skillful, and timely manner.
• Understand and use proper safety procedures.
• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and clients.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling1-833-222-3066.

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Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.