Landscape Irrigation Specialist

Marquee Asset Management, LLC; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

SAM Construction Group is seeking a Landscape/Irrigation Specialist to support daily landscape activities on our mid-rise multifamily construction sites in Arizona. The role involves inspecting and maintaining irrigation systems, installing components, and coordinating with project teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years' experience in commercial landscape construction, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial Landscape Construction.
• Read and interpret maps, blueprints, technical specifications & operational manuals.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable motor vehicle record (Required).
• General knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine inspections, audits and adjustments to irrigation systems.
• Install irrigation systems from point of service, including backflow, valves, wires, pumps.
• Coordinates projects and work activities with co-workers, other divisions and contractors as applicable
• Serves as liaison as assigned to assist with complex problems/situations and provides technical expertise
• Reviews and makes recommendations to current systems
• Programs and adjusts irrigation controllers as needed throughout the year to maintain water wise sustainable practices
• Performs a variety of skilled tasks during the install process
• Daily interaction with project site superintendent
• Oversight of installations per plans and specifications
• Responsible for ensuring the daily maintenance of equipment
• Communicate any safety incidences to project site superintendent
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Irrigation systems

Blueprints reading

OSHA knowledge

Job description

SAM Construction Group is the construction division for our vertically-integrated developer, SAM Development Group. We specialize in new mid-rise multifamily and luxury home construction. Our structures are concrete and steel, with in-house divisions self-performing a variety of trade craft scopes including: grading/excavation, underground wet/dry utilities, concrete/rebar, framing/drywall, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, roofing, landscaping, pools, as well as other scopes

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Landscape/Irrigation Specialist who would be responsible for performing various tasks to aid in the daily operations of the landscape work on the construction site

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs routine inspections, audits and adjustments to a variety of irrigation systems to ensure maximum efficiency and performance
• Install irrigation systems from point of service, including backflow, valves, wires, pumps, fertilization systems etc. for multifamily site
• Coordinates projects and work activities with co-workers, other divisions, departments and contractors as applicable
• Serves as liaison as assigned to assist with complex problems/situations and provides technical expertise
• Reviews and makes recommendations to current systems
• Programs and adjusts irrigation controllers as needed throughout the year to maintain water wise sustainable practices
• Performs a variety of skilled tasks during the install process
• Daily interaction with project site superintendent
• Oversight of installations per plans and specifications
• Responsible for ensuring the daily maintenance of equipment
• Communicate any safety incidences to project site superintendent
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in commercial Landscape Construction
• Read and interpret maps, blueprints, technical specifications & operational manuals
• Valid drivers license and acceptable motor vehicle record (Required)
• General knowledge of OSHA standards and requirements
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug test and background check

Physical Requirements:

• Working full shifts in the high Arizona desert heat where temperatures could get as high as 120 degrees
• Ability to handle physical labor and strenuous tasks.
• Able to stand and walk project site for extended period of times.
• Regularly talk and/or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Occasionally required to but not limited to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces and in proximity to loud equipment.
• Must be able to position one-self to work in confined spaces such as trenches, pits, manholes, attics and tunnels.
• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move at least 50 pounds regularly/occasionally
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces.
• Must be able to see and respond to dangerous situations.
• Must be able to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to wear personal protective gear most of the day.
• Must be able to work in hot and cold environments and on concrete floors.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law