Irrigation Technician

Teufel Landscape

Irrigation Technician

Kent, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Summary
    The Irrigation Technician is responsible for overseeing day to day duties which include irrigation start-up, maintenance checks, winterization and installation.
    Responsibilities and Duties

    • Ensures spring turn on and winterization of irrigation systems.
    • Completes various repairs and troubleshooting throughout the year.
    • Installs and maintains irrigation systems.
    • Troubleshoots irrigation problems.
    • Understands and follows company safety guidelines.
    • Ensures a secure and safe environment for site inspections.
    • Ensures the required tools and materials for projects including necessary inventory.
    • Monitors the irrigation system in terms of usability and maintenance programs.
    • Coordinates repairs with the Account Manager based on the needs of the customer.
    • Performs additional duties as assigned by the Account Manager
    • Records personal and crew time daily and accurately.

    Qualifications and Skills

    • 4-5 years of work-related experience or training is required.
    • Proficiency with WeatherTech smart controller is required.
    • A valid driver's license is required.
    • Knowledge of irrigation and irrigation systems is required.
    • Proficiency with irrigation hand and power tools.
    • Able to inspect irrigation systems and document problems.
    • Able to evaluate irrigation systems and recommend improvements for optimal performance.
    • Able to respond to after hour emergencies.
    • Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all levels.
    • Participate in continuing education on irrigation technology.
    • Ability to organize, multi-task, plan and set priorities with minimal supervision.
    • Ability to work independently and in team settings.
    • Ability to exercise good judgment with a strong attention to detail.
    • Ability to help with production, scheduling and routing.
    • A Backflow Certification is desired but not required.

    Benefits:

    • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
    • Holiday Pay
    • PTO
    • 401k

    Must be able to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Physical Abilities Test