Irrigation Technician: Training & Career Growth

Sperber Landscape Companies; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and mentorship

Educational assistance

Weekly pay

401k with match

Medical, Dental & Vision, PTO

Job summary

Sperber Landscape Companies in Martinez, CA is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to perform repairs and support water management for commercial landscapes. This hands-on role requires diagnosing issues, digging as needed, and following diagnostic instructions from senior staff.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in irrigation, a valid driver’s license, and is capable of operating irrigation controllers and identifying components.

Qualifications

• 2 years of irrigation experience (Required).
• High school or equivalent (Preferred).
• Driver's License (Required).
• Landscape maintenance: 1 year (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Produce irrigation repairs and incidental irrigation/work per supervisor.
• Diagnose irrigation equipment problems accurately.
• Excavate and locate where to dig as needed.
• Program controllers (Irritrol MC series, MC+A, MC+B, Dial A/B, Rainmaster Centar and Evolution).
• Identify pipes, valves and head types (e.g., Hunter PGP, Toro 570, Rain Bird DV series).
• Assist in system checks, repairs, and upgrades for proper coverage and water efficiency.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Diagnose irrigation problems

Pipe and valve knowledge

Communication with team

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sperber Landscape Companies in Martinez, CA is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to perform repairs and support water management for commercial landscapes. This hands-on role requires diagnosing issues, digging as needed, and following diagnostic instructions from senior staff.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in irrigation, a valid driver’s license, and is capable of operating irrigation controllers and identifying components.