What are the responsibilities and job description for the Irrigation Technician position at Shaffer's Irrigation & Outdoor Lighting?
Position Description
The Irrigation Technician provides accurate solutions, inspects, conducts repairs and maintenance on a variety of irrigation systems for our clients.
The successful candidate will have a strong experience in troubleshoots of irrigation systems and repairs of laterals, heads, mainlines, back flows, timers, valves, pumps and controllers.
Irrigation Service Technicians duties & responsibilities
- Load equipment, tools and irrigation supplies accordingly to the work orders.
- Monitor inventory on work vehicle and daily usage sheet.
- Install, program, test timers and rain sensors.
- Repair and replace broken sprinkler heads and drip tubing.
- Replace irrigation pumps or re-plumb existing pumps.
- Locate and repair leaks, repair wiring.
- Dig trenches and install pipes and lines.
- Install pumps and electrical timers.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks.
- Troubleshoot and replace faulty parts.
- Accurately inspect and detect deficiencies of the irrigation system.
- Estimate repairs, upgrades and new irrigation installs.
- Sell new irrigation systems and maintenance contracts.
- Draw irrigation layout for irrigation installation.
- Complete progress reports and associated paperwork accurately and timely.
Skills & Temperament
- Poses a positive, solution-oriented mentality.
- Attention to detail and willingness to complete every job successfully.
· Excellent communication skills and customer service focused.
· High work ethic and dependable.
· Strong customer service minded.
Technical Skills/Abilities Requirements
- Skill in the use of small hand and power tools, PVC cutters, trenchers, valves locator and specialized irrigation equipment.
- 2 years of experience of 2 wire and conventional irrigation.
- Competence in laying out work sites and interpret irrigation plans a plus.
- Ability to build accurate material list for jobs.
- Must have 3 years of verifiable education and/or experience of diagnose problems with irrigation systems, pumps, clocks, and valves and ability to repair and adjust to proper working conditions.
- Valid Florida Driver’s License required with an excellent driving record for a minimum of 3 years.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to perform job responsibilities that require physical endurance and agility.
- Able to work outdoors in variable weather conditions.
- Must be able to lift 70 pounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Overtime pay
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Punta Gorda, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $22
