Irrigation Technician

Ruppert Landscape Co; Lilburn (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

On-the-job training

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Family-oriented culture

Year-round opportunities

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape Co in Lilburn, GA seeks an Irrigation Technician to support our Atlanta-area maintenance branches. The role involves inspecting and repairing commercial irrigation systems, advising on upgrades, and maintaining equipment and safety practices.

Qualified candidates have at least 1 year of irrigation experience, basic read of diagrams, and able to lift 50 lbs. A DOT medical card may be required. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 1 year of irrigation maintenance/installation in commercial or residential settings
• Basic knowledge of construction plans/diagrams
• Irrigation certification(s) preferred
• Experience servicing and troubleshooting irrigation systems preferred
• Familiarity with smartphones and basic computer operations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to pass a DOT physical to obtain a DOT medical card
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods

Responsibilities

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for designated properties
• Identify and resolve irrigation system issues through troubleshooting
• Replace or repair components (pipes, sprinklers, valves, timers)
• Provide upgrade recommendations tailored to clients’ needs
• Manage irrigation inventory and organize tools and materials
• Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a safe work environment
• Maintain company vehicles in safe condition and professional image
• Manage job hours for assigned tasks
• Participate in training and continued education
• Complete daily reports including property, estimates, and timecards

Skills

Irrigation maintenance

Communication skills

On-site problem solving

Valid driver’s license

DOT physical readiness

Tools

Irrigation controllers

Timers & sensors

Job description

Description

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based inLaytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

We are hiring for an Irrigation Technician to join our team. This position will report to our Lilburn, GA branch and will support our surrounding Atlanta maintenance branches.

Salary Range:$45,000-60,000, depending on experience.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for designated commercial properties
• Identify and resolve issues with irrigation systems through troubleshooting and diagnosis
• Ability to problem solve while on site though process of elimination
• Replace or repair components, such as pipes, sprinkler heads, valves, or timers
• Provide recommendations for upgrades tailored to clients’ needs and objectives
• Manage irrigation inventory, ensuring that all necessary tools, equipment, and materials are fully stocked and systematically organized for maximum job efficiency
• Promote and adhere to safety protocols by ensuring a safe working environment
• Maintain company vehicles in a safe condition to reflect company's professional image
• Effectively manage job hours for assigned tasks
• Actively participate with in-house training and continued education
• Complete daily reports for work completed to include property reports, estimates and timecards daily

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year experience performing irrigation maintenance and installation in a commercial or residential environment, or similar experience in plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical fields
• Basic knowledge of construction plans and diagrams
• Possess irrigation certification(s), preferred
• Experience with servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial/residential irrigation systems, preferred
• Knowledge of irrigation controllers, timers and sensors, preferred
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with clients
• Familiarity with smart phones and basic computer operations
• Strong written, verbal and personal communication skills
• Must have a valid driving license, with a clean record, no major violation in the last 3 to 5 years
• Much have or be able to pass a DOT physical to obtain a DOT medical card
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand, squat, reach for long periods and lift minimum 50lbsas needed

What we provide:

• Competitive hourly wage and overtime
• On the job training
• Paid Time off
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture
• Year-round opportunities for employment

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-verify Employer