Irrigation Technician

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five days paid vacation

Ten days paid sick leave annually

Job summary

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an Irrigation Technician to support residential irrigation systems, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair. This field-based role involves hands-on outdoor work and coordinating with irrigation and landscape crews.

You will communicate findings and repair needs to the team, maintain tools and materials, and follow site safety practices. Prior landscaping experience is valued and irrigation skills can develop with on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• At least one year of professional landscaping experience.
• Ability to describe your relevant field experience and current technical skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to follow instructions.
• Reliable attendance, teamwork, and clear communication.
• Willingness to perform hands-on outdoor work at client properties.

Responsibilities

• Inspect irrigation systems and identify leaks, damage, or coverage concerns.
• Help troubleshoot irrigation performance issues.
• Repair or replace irrigation components within your training and scope.
• Assist with irrigation installation and system adjustments.
• Check system operation after service work.
• Communicate findings, repair needs, and completed work to the team.
• Coordinate irrigation activities with landscape maintenance crews.
• Keep tools, materials, and work areas organized.
• Follow site instructions and safe work practices while respecting client property.

Skills

Landscaping experience

Outdoor work

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Job description

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping

Irrigation Technician

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA | Field-based work at client properties

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Put your irrigation skills to work caring for exceptional residential landscapes. Interested in joining a specialized irrigation team?

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping welcomes experienced landscaping professionals who enjoy practical problem-solving, careful workmanship, and helping outdoor spaces thrive. We are seeking an Irrigation Technician to assist with the inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of irrigation systems. The position involves hands‑on outdoor work, coordination with irrigation and landscaping crews, and communication about service findings and repair needs. We welcome applicants with professional landscaping experience who are interested in developing their irrigation skills, as well as experienced irrigation technicians.

About Malibu Nursery & Landscaping

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping has been operating for nearly 19 years, with approximately 55 employees across our office and field teams. We provide landscape design, installation, maintenance, irrigation, and tree services for high‑end residential properties. Our specialized irrigation department supports the care of complex estate landscapes. We value teammates who take pride in their work, communicate with others, and are willing to help solve problems.

About the Role

The Irrigation Technician will support irrigation work at residential client properties. The anticipated work includes helping maintain, troubleshoot, and repair landscape irrigation systems. You'll coordinate with the irrigation and landscaping teams, communicate findings, and help protect the appearance and condition of the properties we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect irrigation systems and identify visible leaks, damage, or coverage concerns.
• Help troubleshoot irrigation performance issues.
• Repair or replace irrigation components within your training and assigned scope.
• Assist with irrigation installation and system adjustments.
• Check system operation after service work.
• Communicate findings, repair needs, and completed work to the team.
• Coordinate irrigation activities with landscape maintenance crews.
• Keep tools, materials, and work areas organized.
• Follow site instructions and safe work practices while respecting client property.

Required Qualifications

• At least one year of prior professional landscaping experience.
• Ability to describe your relevant field experience and current technical skills.
• Attention to detail and willingness to follow instructions.
• Reliable attendance, teamwork, and clear communication.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on outdoor work at client properties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to four years of landscaping or irrigation experience.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, or maintaining irrigation systems.
• Irrigation-related certifications.
• Certifications are not required for consideration. Candidates with different levels of irrigation experience are encouraged to introduce themselves.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay Range:$28 - $36 per hour, depending on experience
• Benefits include five days of paid vacation and 10 days of paid sick leave annually, subject to company policy and applicable law.

Why Join Malibu Nursery & Landscaping?

• Explore an opportunity with an established business that has retained some employees for more than a decade.
• Work alongside a specialized irrigation team serving carefully maintained residential landscapes.
• Our shared office and yard help keep field teams and leadership connected throughout the day.
• As opportunities develop, your skills and willingness to learn can contribute to the company's continued growth.

Malibu Nursery & Landscaping is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics.