Irrigation Technician

Visterra Landscape Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health and wellness coverage

401(k) savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Visterra Landscape Group is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial irrigation systems. You will perform routine inspections, diagnose issues, and help ensure efficient operation while providing excellent client service.

The role requires at least 3 years of irrigation experience, a valid driver’s license, and strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years irrigation installation, maintenance or repair experience.
• Working knowledge of commercial irrigation systems and components.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical irrigation issues.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Irrigation certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of commercial irrigation systems to identify operational issues and maintenance needs.
• Diagnose and repair irrigation components including controllers, valves, sprinkler heads, pipes, wiring, and drip systems.
• Conduct irrigation system start-ups, shutdowns, and winterization services.
• Monitor system performance and adjust to improve efficiency and water management.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical irrigation issues.
• Maintain accurate service records, repair documentation, and inspection reports.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and in accordance with company policies.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and communicate recommendations to leadership.
• Assist with irrigation installations and enhancement projects as needed.
• Promote a safe work environment and participate in ongoing safety initiatives.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients through professional communication and quality service.

Skills

Irrigation installation

Troubleshooting

Driver's license

Communication

Independent work

Customer service

Irrigation certification

Job description

Job Description

About Us:

The Visterra Landscape Group platform is ranked among North America's top 20 landscape service providers. Collectively, Visterra partner companies bring more than 200 years of expert landscape maintenance, enhancement, construction, sweeping, portering and critical winter services with a reputation for excellence in client service.

Incumbent partner leaders guide day-to-day operations with teams that value and prioritize safety, employee wellbeing and dynamic career pathways.

Visterra's partner companies include Outdoor Pride and Riverside Services in New Hampshire and Massachusetts; Dyna-Mist and Texas Landscape Group in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas; Oberson's and GroundsPRO in Ohio and Kentucky; H& M Landscaping in Northeast Ohio; Land Corps in Tennessee; FullCare serving Missouri and the broader Midwest region; and Clover, serving Alabama.

Role Overview

The Irrigation Technician serves as a skilled field professional responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of commercial irrigation systems. Reporting to branch operations leadership, this role helps ensure irrigation systems operate efficiently to support healthy landscapes while delivering exceptional service to clients.

The Irrigation Technician will perform routine inspections, identify system deficiencies, complete repairs, and support seasonal irrigation activities. This role works closely with branch leadership and field teams to maintain high-quality service standards, promote water conservation, and ensure client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of commercial irrigation systems to identify operational issues and maintenance needs.
• Diagnose and repair irrigation components including controllers, valves, sprinkler heads, pipes, wiring, and drip systems.
• Conduct irrigation system start-ups, shutdowns, and winterization services.
• Monitor system performance and adjust improve efficiency and water management.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical irrigation issues.
• Maintain accurate service records, repair documentation, and inspection reports.
• Operate company vehicles and equipment safely and in accordance with company policies.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and communicate recommendations to leadership.
• Assist with irrigation installations and enhancement projects as needed.
• Promote a safe work environment and participate in ongoing safety initiatives.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients through professional communication and quality service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of irrigation installation, maintenance, or repair experience.
• Working knowledge of commercial irrigation systems and components.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical irrigation issues.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Irrigation certification preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Professional development opportunities

The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Visterra is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v). We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.