Irrigation Technician

Aaa-Landscape; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay (40 hrs)

New Hire Bonus

Supplemental Voluntary Insurance Plans

401K Plan with Employer Match after 90

Vacation

Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Development Program

Certification Assistance Program

Job summary

AAA Landscape is seeking Irrigation Technicians to assemble, install, and maintain commercial landscape irrigation systems outdoors in Phoenix, AZ. You will troubleshoot controllers, handle irrigation materials, and assist in general landscape labor alongside the crew.

Work is primarily outdoor, involving physical tasks, and requires reading English, basic math, and a valid Arizona driver's license. The position offers weekly pay and a range of benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience performing irrigation tasks and maintenance.
• Fluent reading/writing and verbal communication in English.
• Basic arithmetic skills for measurements and calculations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varied weather.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license and clean MVR required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, and maintain irrigation systems and components.
• Troubleshoot and program controllers; assist crew with landscape tasks as needed.
• Maintain site safety, cleanliness, and adherence to AAA Landscape policies.

Skills

English communication

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Basic math

Teamwork

Tools

Controller programming

Landscape hand tools

Job description

Irrigation Techniciansassemble, install, and maintain commercial landscape irrigation pipes and systems. Duties include but are not limited to handling the materials for irrigation, troubleshooting irrigation systems and programming controllers. When not working with irrigation, Irrigation Technicians assist the crew in all aspects of landscape labor, including planting, pruning, and maintenance. They must know how to efficiently work with his/her hands and with tools such as shovels, rakes, and general landscape hand tools, plus assist in keeping sites clear and clean, weeding, edging, mowing, blowing and trimming, and perform a variety of other functions when requested. Hourly pay-scale is between $22.00 - $30.00.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Ability to perform all competencies of Irrigation Helper.
• Language skills: Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Math skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift, pull and push up to 50 lbs., carry materials, bend, twist, kneel, climb, and balance. Ability to work in a kneeling position for extended periods of time. Ability to work in the rain and in extreme temperatures. Ability to withstand dust, pollen and gas fumes on a daily basis.
• Driving: Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• Other: Although typical workdays are Mon-Fri, they must be able to work the occasional weekend. Employment offers are contingent to passing a pre‑hire physical, background check and drug screen. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Irrigation Technicians work principally outdoors and may work above ground, sub-surface or under/in water. A certain amount of strength, dexterity, and alertness is necessary due to proximity to equipment, tools, and other trades. Because irrigation technicians work in so many varied conditions, they must be knowledgeable of the hazards and safety requirements of each and every project.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Always demonstrate behavior in accordance with the AAA LANDSCAPE mission statement.
• Always demonstrate a positive attitude toward tasks, functions, projects, owner’s agents, clients, and other AAA Team members.
• Always demonstrate compliance with all aspects of the company uniform policy; be clean, presentable, well-groomed and neat.

BENEFITS

• Weekly Pay (40 hrs)
• New Hire and Referral Bonus
• Supplemental Voluntary Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan with Employer Match after 90 days
• Vacation
• Sick Time Applicable to State Law
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Development Program
• Certification Assistance Program

AAA Landscapeis a Drug-Free Workplace. As a federal contractor with safety-sensitive position we adhere to Federal regulations.

AAA Landscapeprovides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.