Irrigation Technician

ERW Companies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

ESOP eligibility

Company vehicle and tools

Paid time off

Company holidays

Ongoing training

Job summary

ERW Companies in Austin, TX, is seeking an Irrigation Technician for LandTec Services to inspect, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems for commercial and residential properties, and to propose efficiency improvements. You will work independently and with a team as the client's go-to resource for keeping systems running smoothly.

This full-time, hourly position requires at least two years of hands-on irrigation experience, strong technical knowledge, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on irrigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation components and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled irrigation system inspections for commercial and residential properties.
• Diagnose and repair irrigation system malfunctions, including valves, controllers, wiring, piping, and sprinkler heads.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as cleaning and adjusting sprinklers, checking zones for optimal performance, and programming controllers.
• Document inspection findings and submit detailed reports outlining required repairs or system enhancements.
• Communicate with clients to explain repairs and recommend ways to improve system efficiency.
• Price out repair jobs and parts, and provide quotes to clients when needed.
• Ensure all work complies with local regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain inventory of irrigation parts and tools needed for repairs.
• Work with Account Managers to support maintenance contracts and ensure client satisfaction.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Tools

Aspire software

Job description

ERWSS is an ESOP, or Employee Stock Ownership Plan, which means employees earn ownership in the company over time and can benefit from the value they help create.

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Nick Preslar

Location: Landtec Austin, TX

Job Id:159

# of Openings:0

Location: Austin, TX and surrounding client properties
Schedule: Day shift; overtime eligible, with occasional early mornings or weekend work as service needs require
Compensation: $28.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Reports To: Operations Manager
Experience: Minimum 2 years of irrigation system installation, maintenance, or repair experience

Build Your Legacy With ERW Companies

When you join ERW Companies, you become part of an employee-owned team supporting the businesses that build and strengthen our communities.
We partner with family-built companies in construction and adjacent industries, helping them operate, improve, and grow while preserving what made them successful. We believe strong businesses are built by strong people, and we give those teams the support and resources to keep moving forward.
As an employee-owned company, we all have a stake in what we create together. Your work contributes to the performance of our companies, the strength of ERW Companies, and the long-term value we share as owners.
Here, ownership means taking pride in your work, supporting the people around you, and helping strengthen businesses built to last.
Come own your legacy.

Job Summary

As an Irrigation Technician with LandTec Services, you will inspect, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems for commercial and residential properties, and recommend improvements that help clients use water more efficiently. You will work independently and as part of a team, serving as the client's go-to resource for keeping their irrigation systems running properly.
This role requires strong technical knowledge of irrigation systems, attention to detail, and at least two years of hands-on irrigation experience. Success means accurate diagnoses, quality repairs completed right the first time, clear communication with clients, and systems that perform efficiently and in compliance with local regulations.

What You Will Do

• Perform scheduled irrigation system inspections for commercial and residential properties.
• Diagnose and repair irrigation system malfunctions, including valves, controllers, wiring, piping, and sprinkler heads.
• Conduct routine maintenance such as cleaning and adjusting sprinklers, checking zones for optimal performance, and programming controllers.
• Document inspection findings and submit detailed reports outlining required repairs or system enhancements.
• Communicate with clients to explain repairs and recommend ways to improve system efficiency.
• Price out repair jobs and parts, and provide quotes to clients when needed.
• Ensure all work complies with local regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain inventory of irrigation parts and tools needed for repairs.
• Work with Account Managers to support maintenance contracts and ensure client satisfaction.

What You Will Have

• 2+ years of experience in irrigation system installation, maintenance, or repair.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation systems, components, and equipment.
• Familiarity with controllers, wiring, backflow prevention, and water conservation techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and irrigation designs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel daily to client properties.

What Would Make You a Top Candidate

• Texas Irrigation License (Licensed Irrigator or Irrigation Technician).
• Experience with Aspire or similar landscape business management software.
• Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester license.
• Experience with smart or central-control irrigation systems.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) communication skills.

Physical and Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily outdoors at commercial and residential client properties.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, digging, reaching, and working in awkward positions.
• Ability to lift and handle tools, materials, and equipment in accordance with company policy and applicable law, using mechanical assistance or team lifting when appropriate.
• Regular exposure to weather, heat, mud, dust, noise, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to wear required PPE and safely operate a company vehicle.

Benefits and Employee Ownership

• Medical coverage through Cigna.
• Dental and vision coverage through Guardian.
• 401(k) retirement plan through The Standard.
• Up to 3 weeks of paid time off per year, accrued based on hours worked.
• 8 paid company holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
• Eligibility to participate in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after completing 6 months of service and 1,000 hours of service in a year.
• Company vehicle and tools provided.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position. Overtime is paid in accordance with applicable law and company policy.
• The expected pay range is $28.00–$30.00 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, certifications, and business needs.
• Day-shift work is standard; occasional early mornings or weekend work may be required based on service needs.
• This position is based in Austin, TX, with daily travel to client properties.
• Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) review, along with any other company-required screening, as applicable.

ERW Companies is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals who need assistance performing the essential functions of the position, consistent with applicable law.