Irrigation Technician

Gabriel Group; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentoring

Educational assistance

Get paid weekly

401k with match

Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO

Job summary

Sperber Companies in Martinez, CA is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to perform irrigation repairs and related field duties under supervision. You will diagnose problems, locate dig sites, and assist in system checks to ensure efficient water use.

The role requires irrigation experience, a valid driver's license, and good communication. Preference is for candidates with landscape maintenance exposure and the ability to read industry terminology. Full-time with weekly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Able to diagnose irrigation equipment problems.
• Able to excavate with skill and know where to dig.
• Communicate using industry terms and follow diagnostic instructions.
• Program irrigation controllers (Irritrol MC series, MC+A, MC+B, Dial A/B, Rainmaster Centar and Evolution).
• Knowledge of irrigation design, pipe classes, valve identification incl. Hardie 100, Weathermatic, Rainbird DV series.
• Capable of head identification: Hunter PGP, PGH, I series, Toro 570, Rainbird 1800.
• Nozzle identification and usage.
• Knowledge of hydraulics: valve size, flow, PSI effects.
• Assist in system checks and repairs for proper coverage and efficiency.
• Assist in repairs of large irrigation breaks, main lines and shorts in controllers.

Responsibilities

• Produce irrigation repairs and incidental irrigation work as directed.
• Diagnose equipment problems accurately and safely.
• Excavate and locate digging spots as needed.
• Communicate with team using industry terms and follow guidance from senior staff.
• Assist in repairs of large irrigation breaks and system upgrades.
• Support in checks to ensure proper coverage and water efficiency.

Skills

Irrigation experience (2+ years)

Communication

Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $25.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full-Time Non-Exempt
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Email [e-mail]

Are you tired of looking for “just another job” and ready to build a lasting career? We believe exceptional service begins with hiring and retaining the very best employees, promoting from within, and cultivating a family-like atmosphere throughout all branches of the company. We are looking for hardworking, dedicated, and customer-centric people to join our team!

Position Summary

Responsible for the production of assigned irrigation repairs or incidental work as directed by the Irrigation Manager, Account Manager, or Field Supervisor. This is a hands on position and includes the responsibility of assisting in the work and setting a position example of behavior, attitude and work ethic.

Responsibilities

The Irrigation Specialist is responsible for producing irrigation repairs and other incidental irrigation and water management work.

• Accurately diagnose irrigation equipment problems.
• Able to excavate with skill/know where to dig.
• Able to communicate using industry terms. Field communications: must be able to effectively follow common diagnostic instructions from senior specialist.
• Able to program the following controllers and know their working/default modes: Irritrol MC series, MC+A, MC+B, Dial A/B, Rainmaster Centar and Evolution series.
• Have basic knowledge of irrigation design. Pipe class, valve identification including the following valves: Hardie 100, Series 700, Weathermatic (all plastic series), Rainbird DV series.
• Capable of head identification consisting of Hunter PGP, PGH, I series, Toro 570 and Rainbird 1800 series.
• Capable of nozzle identification and usage.
• Knowledge of basic hydraulics: Valve size, flow demand, static and dynamic PSI and how they affect performance.
• Ability to assist in performing an irrigation systems check and repairs or upgrades required for proper coverage and effecient water utilization.
• Ability to assist in repairs of large scale irrigation breaks, main line repairs, valve repairs and replacements, track electrical shorts in remote controller programs as well as a lateral line repairs, and irrigation head replacements and adjustments.

Requirements

• Ability to effectively understand and communicate with manager and fellow crewmembers.
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
• Irrigation: 2 years (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Summary

COMPANY PERKS!

• Training and on-going support and mentor ship.
• Educational assistance
• Get paid weekly!
• 401k with match
• Medical, Dental & Vision, & PTO