Irrigation Technician

Schill Grounds Management; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Schill Grounds Management in Fairfield, Ohio is seeking an Irrigation Technician to service and maintain commercial and residential irrigation systems. The role requires knowledge of pipe, valves, and wiring, along with strong customer communication and a positive attitude to uphold trust, service, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

Essential duties include repairing underground irrigation components, troubleshooting leaks and wiring issues, and performing assigned duties while adhering to

Qualifications

• Knowledge of irrigation systems and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication with co-workers and clients; can work in a team.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Repair all aspects of underground irrigation systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation issues (wiring, leaks, and maintenance).
• Maintain professional appearance and attitude; follow company policies.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Customer communication

Project management

Teamwork

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Computers

Job description

For over 30 years, Schill Grounds Management has provided award-winning commercial landscaping services in Ohio. With our partner companies, we are ranked #28 in landscape companies. With over 25 locations, we service customers in Ohio; Eastern Pennsylvania; Indianapolis, Indiana; Chicago, Illinois, and Ontario, Canada.

Come join our team in Fairfield, Ohio!

As an Irrigation Technician, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining commercial and residential irrigation systems. This requires a working knowledge of evaluating and repairing the pipe, valves, & wiring associated with the irrigation system. You must be able to communicate with customers and have a great attitude to maintain our trust, service, integrity, & customer service satisfaction. All employees are expected to carry out the company’s purpose and demonstrate our core values.

As an Irrigation Technician you must be able to perform the following essential functions of the job:

• Repair all aspects of an underground irrigation system
• Troubleshoot and repair any irrigation issues, including wiring, leaks, and general maintenance
• Must maintain a professional appearance & attitude
• Follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

JOB SKILLS AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Expert knowledge of landscape maintenance standards, knowledge of plant material, and installation standards
• Communicate Effectively in both written and verbal with co-workers and clients
• Project management and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and prepared to work in a cooperative team environment
• Be self‑motivated and work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills, outgoing personality

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Driver’s License, and be insurable by company policy.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in using computers and learning new software quickly.
• Must pass a drug and alcohol test and be capable of lifting up to 60 pounds.

Why Schill Grounds Management?

We offer a competitive benefits package to protect you and your family, along with professional growth and advancement!

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

WORK CONDITIONS

Employees in this position should be able and willing to drive or travel locally as needed. Schedules for this position may vary and may require flexibility to work extended hours and/or weekends. Potential work hours during the snow season include nighttime, weekends, and holidays to participate in snow removal activities. This position will require working outdoors in various weather conditions, including rain, snow, sun, extreme cold, or heat.