Irrigation Technician

The Contractor Consultants; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round work

Company truck

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Safety gear provided

OSHA training

Job summary

Acer Landscape Services in Nashville seeks an Irrigation Technician to manage installation, inspection, and service of commercial irrigation systems across Greater Nashville. You’ll optimize water efficiency and handle complex field issues on premier sites, HOAs, and industrial corridors.

The role offers year-round stability with overtime potential and a culture prioritizing safety and growth; in-person work in Middle Tennessee.

Qualifications

• 2 years of dedicated landscape irrigation experience in commercial sites.
• Proficiency with multi-meters and wire tracers.
• PVC solvent welding and high-pressure water tie-ins.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record.
• Ability to perform heavy outdoor labor and lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Isolate and resolve complex single and two-wire faults and controller issues.
• Repair lateral lines and mainlines up to 6 inches on active sites.
• Upgrade legacy controllers to smart systems per drought protocols.
• Conduct routine audits, start-ups, winterizations to protect equipment.
• Maintain site maps, change orders, logs, and vehicle inventory.
• Contribute to commercial enhancements or winter operations year-round.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Multi-meter usage

Wire tracing

PVC solvent welding

High-pressure water systems

Tools

Multi-meter

Wire tracer

PVC welding

Job description

Irrigation Technician - Optimize Commercial Water Systems Across Greater Nashville for Acer Landscape Services

• Company: Acer Landscape Services
• Salary/Pay Rate: Competitive, based on experience
• Location: Greater Nashville, TN (In Person)
• Job/Employment Type: Full Time
• Project Scope: Commercial, HOA, and Industrial Irrigation Systems
• Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record required

Job Overview:

You will manage the installation, inspection, and high-level service of irrigation systems across premier commercial sites, HOAs, and industrial corridors in Middle Tennessee. This role empowers you to optimize water efficiency and resolve complex technical field issues while benefiting from year-round employment stability. You will work within a supportive culture that prioritizes your personal well-being, safety, and long-term career growth.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Isolate and resolve complex single and two-wire system faults, buried valves, commercial pumps, and controller issues.
• Repair lateral lines and commercial-grade mainlines up to 6 inches across active commercial job sites.
• Upgrade legacy controllers to smart systems aligned with Davidson County drought protocols and rain-sensor ordinances.
• Execute routine system audits, seasonal wet-checks, start-ups, and winterizations to protect high-value equipment.
• Maintain accurate site maps, digital change orders, work logs, and service vehicle inventory.
• Pivot to commercial enhancements or winter operations during deep winter months for steady, year-round hours.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• 2 years of dedicated landscape irrigation experience in commercial site environments (5 years preferred).
• Technical proficiency with multi-meters, wire tracers, solvent welding PVC, and high-pressure commercial water tie-ins.
• Valid driver's license with an excellent driving record to meet company vehicle insurance standards.
• Ability to perform heavy outdoor labor including digging, trenching, and lifting 50 lbs in changing climates.
• Strong communication skills to report field statuses clearly to Account Managers and clients.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience:

• 5 years of progressive commercial irrigation management experience.
• Tennessee Backflow Certification or state-recognized cross-connection prevention license.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish with diverse field crews.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay optimized for the Nashville market with overtime potential.
• Take-home service truck fully stocked with gas card provided for daily commute.
• Guaranteed year-round stability with no seasonal winter layoffs.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• Weekly pay cycle with performance-based incentives.
• Provided company uniforms and safety equipment including helmets and gloves.
• Ongoing training and certifications including OSHA, safety, and equipment operation.

About Us:

Acer Landscape Services is a premier commercial and industrial landscape provider based in Nashville, Tennessee. We operate under the core belief that prioritizing employee development, well-being, and fulfillment naturally leads to exceptional work and satisfied clients.

To learn more about our team and culture, visit http://acernashville.com/.

Acer Landscape Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.