Irrigation Technician

G&A Partners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a skilled Irrigation Technician to join their dynamic team in Austin, Texas. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective installation, maintenance, and repair of both commercial and residential irrigation systems. You will be hands-on, working with advanced technology, including smart irrigation controllers and flow sensing devices. If you are passionate about outdoor work and have a keen understanding of irrigation systems, this opportunity offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment while contributing to sustainable landscaping solutions. Join a team that values quality and innovation in every project!

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience in irrigation required.
• Driver's License and clean driving record necessary.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair commercial and residential irrigation systems.
• Conduct audits and generate reports on irrigation systems.

Skills

Irrigation Systems Knowledge

Physical Labor

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Trenchers

Rock Saws

Irrigation Controllers

Flow Sensing Devices

Job description

Overview

For over 25 years, G&A Partners has been helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, take better care of their employees, and enjoy a higher quality of life by providing proven HR solutions and technology. G&A Partners' client is currently seeking an Irrigation Technician to join its team in Austin, Texas.

Responsibilities

The Irrigation Technician will be responsible for:

• Installations, maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting commercial and residential systems
• Completing irrigation audits and generating reports
• Conducting inventory of tools, equipment, materials, and ensuring items are in good working order
• Procuring irrigation parts and supplies
• Setting and maintaining times on controllers
• Mapping systems for master plans
• Operating trenchers and rock saws to install lines
• Fixing drip, lateral and mainline leaks
• Making adjustments to irrigation heads to improve system design
• Installing rain sensors
• Valve and manifold repair and rebuilding
• Installing high-tech smart irrigation controllers
• Adding on to existing systems
• Installing micro and drip irrigation systems and enhancements
• Installing high-tech sensors and flow sensing devices

Qualifications

• Driver's License and a clean driving record
• 1-year minimum professional experience in irrigation
• Authorized to work in the US and able to provide proof
• Level of Education: High School Graduate or GED
• Conversational proficiency in English
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• A working knowledge of automatic irrigation systems, such as conventional and two-wire systems
• Experience in operating and maintaining machines, tools, and equipment used in maintenance, installation, and repair of irrigation systems
• A thorough understanding of landscape irrigation requirements
• The ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Capable of strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time while working in extreme weather conditions
• Easily lift 100 lbs.