Irrigation Tech - DeSoto

BrightView Landscapes; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

BrightView Landscapes is seeking a Golf Course Irrigation Technician to repair and maintain golf course irrigation systems. You will install and service irrigation valves, timers, and pumps, and perform sprinkler repairs while following safety policies.

The role demands attention to detail, reliable construction knowledge, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Experience with golf irrigation and a valid driver’s license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience working with golf course irrigation systems.
• Strong work ethic and dependable performance.
• Effective oral communication skills and teamwork.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Irrigation certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install irrigation systems and ensure they function efficiently.
• Repair and maintain valves, including quick coupler valves, trace electrical components, clocks/timers, zones, and pumps.
• Repair and maintain sprinklers, including quick coupler inserts.
• Adhere to BrightView safety policy to protect the public during maintenance or repairs.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Oral communication

Multitasking

Work ethic

Education

Irrigation certification

Job description

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full‑time team members. Benefits offerings for full‑time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.

Description

The Golf Course Irrigation Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining golf course irrigation systems.

Job Summary

The Golf Course Irrigation Technician is responsible for repairing and maintaining golf course irrigation systems.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Install irrigation systems and ensure that systems function efficiently
• Repair and maintain valves, including quick coupler valves, trace electrical components, install and initialize clocks and timers, locate existing zones and valves, and perform pump repairs
• Repair and maintain sprinklers, including quick coupler inserts
• Adhere to the Company's safety policy and ensure that the public will be safe while in contact with irrigation maintenance or repairs

Education And Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience working with golf course irrigation systems
• Strong work ethic
• Effective oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Irrigation certification a plus

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes.