Irrigation Technician

Pine Ridge Landscaping, Inc.; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Ridge Landscaping, Inc. in Sterling, VA is seeking a full-time Irrigation Technician to install, inspect, and maintain irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties on-site.

You will diagnose leaks, perform seasonal start-ups and winterization, coordinate with the landscaping team, and document work while keeping safety standards. Strong communication and reading irrigation plans are essential; travel to job sites in the Northern Virginia area may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong irrigation skills, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and commercial systems.
• Experience with landscape maintenance practices such as mowing, trimming, mulching, and plant care.
• Supervisory skills to help coordinate tasks, support team members, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Clear communication skills for interacting with clients, supervisors, and team members, and for documenting work performed.
• Ability to read and interpret irrigation plans, use basic hand and power tools, and operate relevant landscape equipment safely.
• Reliability and attention to detail, with the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift moderate loads.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record; ability to travel to job sites in the Northern Virginia area.
• Previous experience in irrigation or landscaping preferred; relevant certifications or training in irrigation or landscape maintenance are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, and maintain irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties.
• Diagnose and repair leaks or malfunctions, perform seasonal start-ups and winterization.
• Coordinate with landscaping team to support plant health and site maintenance.
• Document services performed and communicate progress with supervisors and clients.
• Assist with general landscape maintenance and help plan daily work orders.

Skills

Irrigation installation

Irrigation maintenance

Troubleshooting

Landscape maintenance

Team coordination

Communication skills

Read irrigation plans

Job description

Company Description

Pine Ridge Landscaping is a full-service landscaping company serving residential and commercial clients in Northern Virginia. The company specializes in landscape design and installation, ongoing maintenance, hardscapes, and snow removal. Since its founding, Pine Ridge Landscaping has focused on delivering quality workmanship and responsive customer service across the region. The team follows the industry's highest professional standards and actively strives to exceed them on every project. Applicants can expect to join a company that values reliability, professionalism, and pride in its work.

Role Description

The Irrigation Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Sterling, VA. This role is responsible for installing, inspecting, and maintaining irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties, including setting controllers, adjusting heads, and ensuring proper coverage and water efficiency. Day-to-day tasks include diagnosing and repairing leaks or malfunctions, performing seasonal start-ups and winterization, and coordinating with the landscaping team to support plant health and overall site maintenance. The Irrigation Technician will communicate with supervisors and clients about work progress, document services performed, and follow safety and company standards on every job. The role may also assist with general landscape maintenance and support supervisors in planning and prioritizing daily work orders.

Qualifications

• Strong irrigation skills, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and commercial systems.
• Experience with landscape maintenance practices such as mowing, trimming, mulching, and plant care.
• Supervisory skills to help coordinate tasks, support team members, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Clear communication skills for interacting with clients, supervisors, and team members, and for documenting work performed.
• Ability to read and interpret irrigation plans, use basic hand and power tools, and operate relevant landscape equipment safely.
• Reliability and attention to detail, with the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and lift moderate loads.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record; ability to travel to job sites in the Northern Virginia area.
• Previous experience in irrigation or landscaping preferred; relevant certifications or training in irrigation or landscape maintenance are a plus.