Irrigation Technician

Merit Landscape Solutions; Marlton (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

PTO

Year-round work

Training & growth

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include troubleshooting clocks, valves, heads, and pumps, performing activations and winterizations, and tracking parts and service logs while communicating system needs to clients and team leads.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of irrigation experience, commercial preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Comfort using tools and reading site plans; backflow cert preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation systems, including clocks, valves, heads and pumps.
• Perform seasonal services such as activations and winterizations.
• 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

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Reading site plans

Tools

Electrical wiring basics

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