Irrigation Technician

Ruppert Landscape; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits with dental and vision

401(k) plan

Paid Time off

Job summary

Ruppert Landscape is hiring an Irrigation Technician for our Nashville Maintenance team. The role involves performing inspections, fixing irrigation systems, and managing inventory. We offer competitive pay between $45,000 and $55,000 annually, along with benefits such as medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan.

The ideal candidate needs at least 1 year of experience in irrigation maintenance, possesses strong communication skills, and is able to work in all weather conditions. Join a family-oriented company culture with year-round employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in irrigation maintenance and installation or similar experience.
• Basic knowledge of construction plans and diagrams.
• Must have a valid driving license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for commercial properties.
• Identify and resolve issues with irrigation systems.
• Manage irrigation inventory and ensure tools are stocked.

Skills

Irrigation maintenance and installation

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Basic computer operations

Education

Irrigation certification(s)

Job description

Overview

Position at Ruppert Landscape Maintenance. Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, 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 an Irrigation Technician to join our Nashville Maintenance team. Pay Range: $45,000 - $55,000 annually, 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 through 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 smartphones 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
• Must 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 50 lbs as 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