Irrigation Technician

Merit Landscape Solutions of Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K matching

Paid holidays

PTO

Year-round work

Training & growth

Job summary

Merit Landscape Solutions of Texas is seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician to support installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial irrigation systems for local clients. You will work with high-performing crews to deliver quality results year-round.

The role involves troubleshooting irrigation clocks, valves, heads, and pumps, performing seasonal activations and winterizations, tracking parts and logs, and communicating with clients and team leads about system needs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of irrigation experience (commercial preferred).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Comfort using tools, wiring systems, and reading site plans.
• Backflow certification or willingness to obtain (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems (clocks, valves, heads, pumps).
• Perform seasonal services (activations, winterizations, audits).
• Track parts, materials, and service logs.
• Communicate with clients and team leads about system needs.
• Support snow operations or enhancement crews in off-season.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Driver's license

Physical strength

Site plan reading

Backflow certification

Job description

We're hiring an experienced Irrigation Technician to support installation, repair, and maintenance of commercial irrigation systems. You'll work with high-performing crews and help deliver quality results for local clients.

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems (clocks, valves, heads, pumps)
• Perform seasonal services (activations, winterizations, audits)
• Track parts, materials, and service logs
• Communicate with clients and team leads about system needs
• Support snow operations or enhancement crews in off-season

What You Bring

• 2+ years of irrigation experience (commercial preferred)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather
• Comfort using tools, wiring systems, and reading site plans
• Backflow certification or willingness to obtain (preferred)

Why Join Us

• Competitive hourly pay (commensurate with experience)
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Year-round work and winter hours available
• Training support and career growth pathways