Irrigation Technician

Estate Landscaping; Estero (FL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional environment

Job summary

Estate Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance, LLC is seeking a mature, detail-oriented Irrigation Technician to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex irrigation systems. The role requires understanding voltage, wire location, and system programming to keep landscapes thriving.

Responsibilities include diagnostics with multi-meters, advanced repairs of multi-wire and two-wire systems, smart programming of irrigation clocks, and maintaining precise site records.

Qualifications

• BMP Certification is required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a major plus.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean record (no points/accidents for 3 years).
• Strong background in mainline repair and thorough knowledge of two-wire systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose irrigation systems using multi-meters and wire locators.
• Troubleshoot and repair multi-wire and two-wire systems, including decoders.
• Program irrigation clocks based on seasonal and landscape needs.
• Maintain accurate site records and paperwork.
• Layout and install new systems, including pipe work and head adjustments.
• Manage parts and inventory for repairs.

Skills

Technical expertise

Safe driving

Communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Physical stamina

Education

BMP Certification

Job description

Estate Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance, LLC is a local leader with 20 years of experience in Southwest Florida. We provide "Superior Service from the Ground Up" by focusing on our core behaviours: Acting Safe, Taking Ownership, Providing Quality, and Treating Others as We Would Like to be Treated. Even as we grow, we maintain a small-company family feel and look for trustworthy experts to join our team.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a mature, detail-oriented Irrigation Technician to handle the analysis, troubleshooting, and repair of complex irrigation systems. This isn’t just a "digging" job—we need a technician who understands voltage, wire location, and system programming to ensure our clients' landscapes thrive.

What You’ll Do (Primary Duties)

• System Diagnostics:Use multi-meters to check voltage and wire locators to find underground issues.
• Advanced Repairs:Troubleshoot and repair multi-wire and two-wire systems, including changing and programming decoders.
• Smart Programming:Activate, deactivate, and program all types of irrigation clocks based on seasonal and landscape needs.
• Maintenance & Records:Maintain accurate site as-builts (valve locations, zones, times) and complete all paperwork precisely.
• Installation & Excavation:Layout and install new systems, cut/glue pipe, and adjust all head types. Hand-excavated wires and pipes as needed for repairs.
• Inventory Management:Keep your truck properly stocked and purchase parts required for specific repairs.

What We’re Looking For

• Technical Expertise:Strong background in mainline repair and thorough knowledge of two-wire systems.
• Safe Driving:Valid Driver’s License with a clean record (no points/accidents for 3 years).
• Certifications:BMP Certification is required.
• Communication:Strong organizational skills;Bilingual (English/Spanish)is a major plus.
• Physical Stamina:Ability to stand for long periods, lift 50 lbs. frequently, and handle routine hand-excavation.

Benefits & Perks

• Health & Wellness:Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options.
• Financial Security:401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off:Accrued vacation days, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Professional Environment:Join a stable, 20-year-old company that provides the tools and support you need to succeed.

Important Hiring Requirements

Very Important:Estate Landscaping & Lawn Maintenance, LLC is aDrug-Free Workplace. Offers of employment are strictly contingent upon the successful verification of abackground checkand passing apre-employment drug screen.