Seasonal Lawn & Irrigation Technician

Mount Hermon Association Incorporated; Etna (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Hermon Association Incorporated seeks a Kidder Creek Lawns and Irrigation Assistant to maintain lawns and pastures, water according to schedules, and oversee mowing and maintenance. This role may involve directing staff or volunteers in completing tasks assigned by a supervisor and ensuring equipment remains safe and functional.

The position requires physical stamina, willingness to work outdoors in varying weather, and alignment with MHA’s mission, values and conduct standards.

Qualifications

• No work experience required.
• Ability to evaluate and problem solve irrigation issues as they arise.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and common sense when working with equipment, around people, or fulfilling responsibilities.
• Ability to take direction and follow through on instructions.

Responsibilities

• Water lawns and pastures as necessary to offer campers and staff an exceptional visual experience.
• Follow watering schedules, and work within the program schedules to adequately water all lawns.
• Check weekly to see that all grass areas are being adequately watered.
• Complete and oversee trimming and push mowing in all lawn areas.
• Maintain equipment as necessary to ensure they are functional and safe.
• Move water dams and digging trenches to distribute water evenly as scheduled.
• Remove or spray weeds and vines in the pasture areas as necessary.
• Oversee flood irrigation of pastures.
• Direct staff or volunteers in fulfilling specific tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

General pasture irrigation

Lawn maintenance

Problem solving

Good judgment

Following instructions

Job description

The Mount Hermon Association Incorporated seeks a Kidder Creek Lawns and Irrigation Assistant to maintain lawns and pastures, water according to schedules, and oversee mowing and maintenance. This role may involve directing staff or volunteers in completing tasks assigned by a supervisor and ensuring equipment remains safe and functional.

The position requires physical stamina, willingness to work outdoors in varying weather, and alignment with MHA’s mission, values and conduct standards.