Irrigation Technician

Landsystems; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefit programs

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays

Gym Membership Discounts

Education Assistance

On-Demand Pay

Employee Equity Program

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as irrigation specialists. In this role, you will perform essential irrigation work, ensuring landscapes thrive through proper installation and maintenance of irrigation systems. The company emphasizes a values-based approach, fostering a supportive environment for landscape professionals. You will be responsible for operating various tools and equipment, leading small teams, and ensuring safety standards are upheld. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a company that prioritizes its people and offers a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to perform irrigation work safely and effectively.
• Knowledge of landscape maintenance and irrigation systems is essential.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform irrigation work based on prescribed standards.
• Direct and lead the work of laborers and technicians.
• Maintain vehicle and tools for safe operation.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Landscape maintenance techniques

Pipe and sprinkler selection

Basic electrical understanding

Power tools operation

Water management issues

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Education

3-5 years of experience in irrigation

Valid California Driver License

Certification in irrigation

Tools

Drills

Jackhammers

Trenchers

Tampers

Rain Master remote control unit

Job description

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Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!

This posting remains open year-round as we are always looking for great people to join our team! If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application and we will reach out shortly.

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, performs irrigation work at specific job sites. Demonstrates ability to work safely by using proper tools for specific tasks, and all irrigation work is performed based on prescribed Jensen standards of landscape irrigation.

Responsibilities

• Irrigation
• Consistently shows up for work on time at the assigned location. If unable to work, notifies the Supervisor immediately
• Shows up for work fully dressed in appropriate uniform including approved footwear
• Unloads the vehicle after work and loads it for next day of work; maintains vehicle by keeping it clean and organized
• May direct/lead the work of 1-2 laborers and instructs other technicians on work to be performed
• Reads and understands irrigation plans
• Creates as-built drawings, site activity maps, irrigation diagnostics, and work orders
• Repairs all types of pipe including copper and asbestos cement, installs and repairs various sprinkler systems and irrigation valves, and performs main line repairs up to and including 3" pipes
• Positions sprinklers appropriately and correctly in relation to grade, curbs, walls, and windows
• Disassembles, troubleshoots, and repairs solenoid operated irrigation control valves
• Demonstrates the ability to install a new replacement valve
• Demonstrates ability to make proper flow control adjustments
• Turns controllers on and off and manually operates a single station from the controller
• Checks irrigation programs on the controller and can operate a valve electronically by remote and programs irrigation controllers
• Performs work and uses tools and equipment in a proper and safe manner (drills, jackhammers, trenchers, tampers)
• Accurately fills out and signs the time cards with hours worked and work orders for each site/project for each day worked
• Makes a parts list for materials needed
• Communication
• Reports any injury or illness immediately to the Supervisor
• Inspects equipment before use to ensure proper and safe operation and reports problems to the Supervisor immediately
• Reports unsafe work conditions or practices to the Supervisor immediately
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Duties are performed outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. of weight frequently throughout the day
• Ability to repeatedly bend, stoop, lift, push and pull materials and equipment to complete job tasks
• Ability to work in various positions including, but not limited to, standing, walking, stooping, bending, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods

Qualifications

JOB SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of landscape maintenance techniques methods and tools
• Complete knowledge of irrigation wiring, wire troubleshooting and wire fault locating
• Pipe - Recognizes and understands the applications and differences between class and schedule rated PVC pipe
• Sprinkler and nozzle selection - Demonstrates the ability to select the proper sprinkler nozzle for a given area that is compatible with the equipment in use
• Has a basic understanding of electrical and electronic circuitry, and demonstrates the ability to perform minor controller repairs
• Demonstrates the ability to turn controllers on and off
• Knows how to manually operate a single station from the controller, and how to use a Rain Master remote control unit
• Power tools and equipment - Demonstrates the ability to safely and properly use drills, jackhammers, trenchers, and tampers
• Knowledge and understanding of water management issues such as budgeting, conversions, GMP, GPH, CCF, HCF, acres, feet
• Understands the basics of distribution uniformity
• Understands the basics of pipe sizing, G.P.M. flow rates, and velocity
• Understands hydrozone issues sun/shade, plant, slope, soil structure
• Understands and recognizes types of soil and field capacity
• Basic Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to follow verbal instructions from supervisor and management
• Ability to work with and assist crew members
• Ability to deal courteously with the public
• Proficiency of all Irrigation ID skills, knowledge, and equipment use
• Advanced understanding of sprinkler positioning and adjustments
• Recognition and understanding of the basic signs of plant stress
• Maintain valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
• 3 - 5 years’ experience in irrigation; or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, abilities, and skills cited above
• Valid California Driver License with a clean DMV record is required
• Must possess or become a Certified

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

Monarch also provides eligible employees with an array of additional benefits, including:

• The opportunity to enroll in a variety of healthcare benefit programs, including medical, dental, and vision plan options; flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; term life/ad&d; and a number of supplemental insurances
• Company Provided Life/AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• 7 Paid Holidays
• 3 Days Paid Bereavement
• 5 Days Paid Jury Duty
• Employee Equity Program
• Sick Pay in accordance with applicable state or local ordinance
• On-Demand Pay Through A Partnership with DailyPay
• Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
• Education Assistance

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as position, tenure, geographic location, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is provided in compliance with state specific laws. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations, and therefore may be different in other locations or operating divisions.

Pay range: $23.00 - $32.00

Landsystems is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer.

Landsystems is an On Demand Daily Pay employer