Irrigation Technician

Western Golf Properties; Placentia (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

A leading golf course management company in California is seeking an Irrigation Technician to manage irrigation systems and supervise a small team. The ideal candidate should have prior landscaping or golf course experience, knowledge of irrigation systems, and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $22–$24 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscape maintenance or golf course maintenance preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Strong communication skills to interact with team members and clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of irrigation for the golf course.
• Fix irrigation issues and maintain systems, including sprinklers and pipes.
• Supervise a small crew during weekends.
• Ensure compliance with local water regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Irrigation systems knowledge

Plumbing principles

Grounds-keeping techniques

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Job description

Irrigation Technician – Western Golf Properties (Alta Vista Country Club)

This position is for a golf course irrigation technician job at Alta Vista Country Club. Prior golf course or landscape irrigation experience is a must. If you don't have any experience in irrigation you should not apply. This is not a beginners job.

Responsibilities

• You will be in charge of all aspects of irrigation of the golf course.
• Irrigating turf, fixing irrigation issues, hand watering greens.
• Running the central control irrigation system and monitoring water usage.
• Ongoing raising of irrigation sprinkler heads to proper water distribution.
• Pump station systems knowledge and troubleshooting.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of a team of irrigation technicians.
• Maintain lake features i.e. fountains and timers.
• Periodic chemical application.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems, including sprinklers, pipes, valves, and controllers.
• Monitor water usage and adjust irrigation schedules as needed.
• Supervise a small crew on weekends, either Saturday or Sunday.
• Assist with landscape maintenance tasks such as plating, mulching, seeding, fertilizing and changing cups.
• Install new irrigation systems and make modifications to existing systems.
• Ensure compliance with local water regulations and conservation practices.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in landscape maintenance, golf course maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems components and operation.
• Knowledge and experience in plumbing principles.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to supervise a team effectively.
• Familiarity with grounds‑keeping techniques and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting heavy objects and working in various weather conditions.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to interact with team members and clients.

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

Employment Authorization through E‑Verify

Salary: $22‑$24 per hour BOE