Irrigation Technician III

Texscape Services

North Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 28,929

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

A landscape service company in North Houston is seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician III to manage irrigation repairs and supervise junior technicians. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience in commercial irrigation and possess strong customer service skills. This part-time role offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Qualifications

At least four years’ experience in commercial irrigation.
Valid driver license is required.
Backflow Assembly Tester License preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform repairs on hydraulic and electrical irrigation systems.
Assist in supervising Technicians I & II.
Conduct inspections and troubleshoot irrigation problems.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work autonomously

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office

Tools

Hydraulic tools

Backflow prevention tools

Electronics testing tools

Job description

Overview

Texscape Services provided pay range. This range is provided by Texscape Services. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $21.00/hr

Job details

Texscapes Services
Irrigation Technician III
Houston North, TX

Monarch Landscape Companies is a family of successful landscape brands in eight states across the United States. We are a values-based learning organization committed to being the best place to work as a landscape professional. Our approach to investing in people is simple. We put the Field First!

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible and capable of all types of repairs both hydraulic and electrical on commercial irrigation systems. Assist Branch Manager or Irrigation Manager in scheduling and supervising Technician I & II.

Essential Duties

Always abide by company code of conduct and safety standards
Trench, backfill and excavate soil for irrigation repairs or installations
Maintain organized, stocked and clean irrigation truck and tools
Maintain job site safe, clean, and organized condition
Understand and follow all standard irrigation procedures safely
Understand irrigation components and terminology
Understand, replace and adjust spray heads and rotors properly
Operate irrigation valves, replacement and adjustments
Understand complete irrigation forms for material usage and work requests
Inspect equipment to ensure good working order and is charged prior to arriving at job site or leaving the yard
Efficiently perform irrigation inspections and mapping
Installation of landscape drainage
Troubleshoot irrigation problems and coverage issues
Repair and install PVC up to and including 4” and thrust blocks
Repair and install RVCs up to and including 4”
Operate irrigation system from the clock and make program adjustments
Understand and troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical issues
Utilize tracker, toner, voltmeter, ground fault locator
Layout and design of all types of sprinkler heads
Understand and install drip irrigation and maintenance required
Operate trencher safely
Organize paperwork, timecards and inventory of truck
Assist with creating work orders and estimate minor irrigation repairs and upgrades
Provide complete and legible irrigation inspections
Identify minor irrigation upgrades, field notes and basic site maps
Perform and record complete PMI\'s
Install and program all brands of controllers
Install flow monitoring devices, wiring and testing
Program flow devices
Design and installation of landscape drainage
Troubleshoot irrigation problems and coverage issues
Repair and install PVCs up to and including 4” and thrust blocks
Repair and install RVCs up to and including 4”
Operate irrigation system from the clock or remote by computer
Layout design of all types of sprinkler heads
Write proposals pertaining to repair, upgrades, and installations
Two-wire troubleshooting and installation
Install and maintain drip irrigation
Troubleshoot 24-volt field wiring and solenoid issues
Troubleshoot and program decoders on two-wire systems
Troubleshoot and repair backflow devices
Understand proper controller programming
Assist with irrigation design in installation layout
Assist with hiring and training of Technician I & II
Create complete job startup inspections and proposals
Create work orders, estimate irrigation repairs and upgrades
Manage irrigation inventory
Read and understand blueprints
Other duties as assigned

Experience

At least four years’ commercial irrigation experience

Minimum Qualifications

License or Certification

As required by state and federal law
Valid driver license issued by the state where employed
Backflow Assembly Tester (BAT) License in state where employed preferred

Specialized Skills

Strong sense of customer service and urgency
Effective oral and written communication
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to work autonomously
Organizational skills
Flexibility
Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram and/or schedule format

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Constantly required to talk, hear, see, sit, stand and walk
Frequently required to drive between job sites
Must be able to see at close vision, distant vision, peripheral, depth perception and adjust focus
Frequent use of hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
Frequently required to reach, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, climb and balance
Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, up to 50 lbs, and up to 75 pounds

Work Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Occasionally works with mechanical objects and outside in all weather conditions
Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals
Occasionally exposed to loud noise levels
Occasionally works with low voltage electrical

Total Rewards

At Monarch, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage, and retain top talent. Elements of our Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Monarch provides eligible employees with a range of benefits, including:

Healthcare benefit programs (medical, dental, vision); flexible spending accounts; retirement savings plans; life/AD&D and other insurances
Company Provided Life/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
7 Paid Holidays
3 Days Paid Bereavement
5 Days Paid Jury Duty
Employee Equity Program
Paid Time Off Starting at 1 week per year
Sick Pay as per state/local ordinance
On-Demand Pay with DailyPay
Referral Bonuses
Gym Membership and Mobile Carrier Discounts
Education Assistance
Best-in-Class Learning Management System
Career Advancement Opportunities

The specific programs and options available may vary by location and eligibility. Pay range: $23.00 - $27.00. Texscape Services is an EEO and E-Verify participating employer. Texscape Services is an On Demand Daily Pay employer.

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