Irrigation Technician

Loxahatchee Golf Club; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Loxahatchee Golf Club is seeking a skilled irrigation technician to program, operate, inspect, and maintain the residential irrigation system across the property in South Florida. The role requires hands-on maintenance, repair of sprinkler heads, underground piping, and field controllers, with a focus on reliable landscape hydration.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years of irrigation experience, plus knowledge of pumps, valves, and hydraulics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of irrigation experience.
• Knowledge of irrigation pumps, valves, sprinkler heads and controllers.

Responsibilities

• Program, operate, inspect, and maintain the residential irrigation system.
• Install and repair sprinkler systems, including sprinkler heads and underground piping.
• Troubleshoot irrigation field controllers.
• Supervise employees assigned to emergency irrigation repairs.
• Hand-water designated areas to maintain landscape health.
• Perform other duties as assigned by HOA Grounds Maintenance Manager.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulics

Supervision

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Irrigation controllers

Pumps

Valves

Underground piping

Job description

Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesProgram, operate, inspect, and maintain the residential irrigation system.Install and repair sprinkler systems, including sprinkler heads and underground piping.Troubleshoot and repair irrigation field controllers.Perform minor repairs and maintenance on irrigation pumps and control systems.Hand-water designated areas as needed to maintain landscape health.Supervise employees assigned to emergency irrigation repairs as needed.Perform all other duties as assigned by the HOA Grounds Maintenance ManagerEducation and ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED required.Minimum of two years of experienceWorking knowledge of basic electrical systems and hydraulics related to irrigation systems.Knowledge of irrigation pumps, valves, sprinkler heads, and controllers.Ability to supervise employees assigned to emergency irrigation repairs.Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and able to work effectively as part of a teamPhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level and overhead without assistance and assist other team members with lifting items weighing more than 50 pounds.Must be able to stand, walk, and perform job duties for extended periods with limited rest breaks.Must be able to reach, bend, climb, grasp, kneel, push, pull, and twist as required to perform job duties.Must be able to work outdoors in varying climatic conditions common to South Florida, including heat, humidity, and rain.Must adhere to established safety practices, including wearing required personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and protective footwear.Must be able to work extended hours and perform duties under stressful conditions when necessary.