Irrigation Technician

IRRIGATION ASSOCIATION; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MEH Groundworks is seeking a Commercial Irrigation Specialist to join our growing team. You will install, repair, troubleshoot, and maintain commercial irrigation systems, reading plans and executing projects to spec.

The ideal candidate works independently, prioritizes quality, and can manage installations with minimal supervision while ensuring safety and efficiency on outdoor sites. Strong knowledge of components and weather conditions is expected with hands-on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on irrigation experience, preferably in commercial applications.
• Ability to read and interpret commercial irrigation construction plans is required.
• Demonstrated experience installing complete commercial irrigation systems.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation components, controllers, valves, piping, electrical wiring, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Experience performing irrigation repairs, preventative maintenance, startups, and winterizations.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret irrigation plans and execute installations.
• Diagnose system issues and troubleshoot to restore operation.
• Perform preventative maintenance, startups, and winterizations.
• Manage irrigation projects with minimal supervision in outdoor environments.

Skills

Irrigation installation

Read irrigation plans

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Detail oriented

Driver's license

Tools

Rain Bird controllers

Hunter systems

Two-wire systems

Smart controllers

Job description

MEH Groundworks is seeking an experienced and dependable Commercial Irrigation Specialist to join our growing team. This position requires a skilled professional with hands-on experience in commercial irrigation system installations, repairs, troubleshooting, and ongoing maintenance.

The ideal candidate must be able to independently read and interpret irrigation plans, execute installations according to project specifications, diagnose system issues, and ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard of quality.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, and can manage irrigation projects with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on irrigation experience, preferably in commercial applications.
• Ability to read and interpret commercial irrigation construction plans is required.
• Demonstrated experience installing complete commercial irrigation systems.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation components, controllers, valves, piping, electrical wiring, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Experience performing irrigation repairs, preventative maintenance, startups, and winterizations.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial irrigation experience.
• Experience leading irrigation installations or directing small crews.
• Familiarity with Rain Bird, Hunter, and other commercial irrigation systems.
• Experience with two-wire systems, smart controllers, and commercial irrigation troubleshooting.
• Irrigation industry certifications or applicable backflow prevention certifications.
• Experience coordinating irrigation work on commercial construction sites.