Irrigation Technician

Ruppert Landscape; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

On the job training

Medical benefits with dental and vision

Paid Time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

A landscaping company is seeking an Irrigation Technician for their team. The role involves performing routine irrigation inspections and troubleshooting systems. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in irrigation maintenance or related fields. The position offers a competitive hourly wage, medical benefits, and paid time off. Join a family-oriented company that promotes a flexible work/life balance and year-round employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in irrigation maintenance or similar fields.
• Basic knowledge of construction plans and diagrams.
• Irrigation certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine irrigation inspections of commercial properties.
• Troubleshoot and resolve irrigation system issues.
• Maintain job hours for assigned tasks.

Skills

Irrigation maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Knowledge of irrigation controllers

Problem solving

Job description

Ruppert Landscape is a privately held commercial landscape maintenance and construction company based in Laytonsville, MD. With a multi-state presence and a small company feel, our mission is to provide opportunities for our people, take care of our customers, and be good stewards of the environment and our community.

We are hiring for an Irrigation Technician to join our team. This position will report to our Richmond North branch and will support our surrounding Richmond maintenance branches.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine irrigation inspections for designated commercial properties
• Identify and resolve issues with irrigation systems through troubleshooting and diagnosis
• Problem solve on site through process of elimination
• Replace or repair components such as pipes, sprinkler heads, valves, or timers
• Provide recommendations for upgrades tailored to clients’ needs and objectives
• Manage irrigation inventory, ensuring that all necessary tools, equipment, and materials are fully stocked and systematically organized for maximum job efficiency
• Promote and adhere to safety protocols by ensuring a safe working environment
• Maintain company vehicles in a safe condition to reflect company’s professional image
• Effectively manage job hours for assigned tasks
• Actively participate with in-house training and continued education
• Complete daily reports for work completed to include property reports, estimates and timecards daily

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience performing irrigation maintenance and installation in a commercial or residential environment, or similar experience in plumbing, HVAC, or mechanical fields
• Basic knowledge of construction plans and diagrams
• Possess irrigation certification(s), preferred
• Experience with servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting commercial/residential irrigation systems, preferred
• Knowledge of irrigation controllers, timers and sensors, preferred
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with clientsFamiliarity with smart phones and basic computer operations
• Strong written, verbal and personal communication skills
• Must have a valid driving license, with a clean record, no major violation in the last 3 to 5 years
• Must have or be able to pass a DOT physical to obtain a DOT medical card
• Ability to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to stand, squat, reach for long periods and lift minimum 50 lbs as needed

What We Provide

• Competitive hourly wage and overtime
• On the job training
• Paid Time off
• Medical benefits with dental and vision
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible work/life balance
• Family-oriented company culture
• Year-round opportunities for employment

Ruppert Landscape is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.