Irrigation Technician - System Maintenance & Repair

Juniper Landscaping; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401K

PTO plans

Job summary

Juniper Landscaping in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a skilled irrigation technician to install, inspect, and repair irrigation systems and related landscape components. You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and conduct detailed inspections while adhering to safety and environmental practices.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of irrigation experience, a valid driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of prior experience with the installation, inspection, and repair of irrigation systems.
• Valid driver's license required with ability to clear Motor Vehicle Record review.
• Proficient with conventional and two-wire systems.
• Knowledge of irrigation equipment (hand and power tools).
• Landscape lighting experience is a plus.
• Ability to read irrigation site maps and legends.
• Spanish a plus.
• Must be able and willing to work for long periods of time outside (in extreme temperatures and direct sunlight).
• Must be able and willing to bend, stoop, and twist repeatedly throughout the day.
• Must be able to use hand tools and power equipment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Obtain and maintain certifications and licenses needed to perform work in local market.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs irrigation systems including replacing valves, fan belts, switches, and contacts.
• Monitors, troubleshoots, and tests irrigation systems.
• Turns irrigation systems on and off as designated.
• Repairs and replaces hoses, pipes, and numerous types of sprinkler heads and fixtures.
• Operates timers, clocks, and controls for sprinklers.
• Replaces or repairs irrigation valves.
• Installs or repairs irrigation lines.
• Conducts and records detailed inspections of irrigation systems.
• May assist in various maintenance activities as required.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Use of hand and power equipment for landscape and irrigation duties.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Spanish

Irrigation site maps

Two-wire irrigation systems

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Juniper Landscaping in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a skilled irrigation technician to install, inspect, and repair irrigation systems and related landscape components. You will monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and conduct detailed inspections while adhering to safety and environmental practices.

Applicants should have at least 1 year of irrigation experience, a valid driver's license, and be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.