Irrigation Technician

Socket.dev; St. Augustine South (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation provided

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an Irrigation Systems Technician to operate and maintain the island's irrigation and drainage systems on Ocean Cay. You will monitor water usage, adjust computer controls, inspect heads and pumps, and perform preventive maintenance.

You will design, implement and maintain mechanical and electrical components, repair irrigation pipes and valves, keep maintenance records, order parts, and assist in weather and rainfall data logging.

Qualifications

• Fluent English, both spoken and written.
• Some experience with landscaping, golf course grounds, or irrigation systems.
• Basic knowledge of electricity and hydraulics related to irrigation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain irrigation and drainage systems on Ocean Cay island reserve.
• Monitor daily water usage and adjust computer settings as needed.
• Repair irrigation pipes, valves, heads, and related components.
• Perform preventive maintenance and keep complete maintenance records.
• Order parts and manage inventory for irrigation equipment.
• Assist with weather and rainfall data logging and reporting.

Skills

Fluent English

Team player

Electrical & hydraulics basics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Rainbird system

Job description

Where passion meets opportunity

The best of your adventures is the one you have yet to sail!

Your Purpose

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all irrigation and drainage systems on the island and grounds. This role is based on MSC's island reserve, Ocean Cay. Staff accommodation provided.

Your Impact

• Watering lawns, palms and flower beds and other areas as needed or scheduled.
• Monitors daily water usage and informs Maintenance Engineer of any needed adjustments to the irrigation water usage and computer settings.
• Operates irrigation heads in dry areas needing additional water.
• Designs, implements and maintains mechanical and electrical components of island irrigation system.
• Repairs equipment associated with irrigation (i.e., irrigation pipes and irrigation heads valves etc.).
• Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment associated with irrigation.
• Maintains complete records on all equipment maintenance associated with irrigation.
• Controls expenses associated with irrigation equipment and activities.
• Maintains inventory and ordering of parts needed for irrigation equipment.
• Performs all record-keeping relative to irrigation system including weather and rainfall data; assists in recording fertilizer and pesticide applications.
• Performs daily tank and pump water usage reports.
• Helps apply or water-in pesticides and fertilizers under the supervision of the Pesticides Application Specialist through fumigation.
• Operates dump trucks and other light equipment in hauling materials and removing debris.
• May occasionally supervise crews for special projects.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Supervisor.

Your Journey so far

• Fluent English, verbal and written. Knowledge of any other core language is an advantage.
• High School diploma and GED required.
• Some experience working for a landscaping service or golf course grounds crew, specifically working with the irrigation system.
• Proven ability to work within a harmonious and diverse culture team environment.
• Working knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to an irrigation system, including automatic valves and controllers and various types of pumps and pumping systems.
• Knowledge of Rainbird system preferred.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of turf grass management and general horticulture.
• Knowledge of pump station maintenance, operation, and repair.
• Knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in grounds maintenance work.
• Ability to operate irrigation pumps, sprayers and drip irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations.

Your Essentials

Eligible to live and work in a remote location, in the Bahamas

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.