Irrigation Technician Lead

Location: Airway Heights, Washington - Fairchild Airforce Base

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day shift

Compensation: $25.45 - $25.45/hour

Benefits: Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time Temporary benefits of an Irrigation Technician Lead at Skookum include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• $4.93/hour Health and Welfare benefit (cash payout offered with qualifying health insurance)

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, and paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking a hardworking and motivated Irrigation Technician Lead with a can-do/helpful attitude. This is a temporary position and is expected to run up to but no longer than November 30, 2025. The Irrigation Technician Lead performs irrigation and weed control services for facilities, structures, and grounds throughout Fairchild Airforce Base.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Must be proficient in irrigation system maintenance and minor installations

• Responsible for irrigation start up and shut down

• Irrigation troubleshooting, and repair of irrigation systems

• Knowledge of Irrigation backflow system checks

• Landscaping and turf management knowledge

• Knowledge of irrigation controllers, timers, sensors

• Operates various types of machinery

• Serve as back up to grounds

• Perform work alongside irrigation tech to meet the needs of the contract

• Be fully vested in coaching and training of those with disabilities

• Develop and maintain positive and effective professional business relationships with management, Quality Assurance Inspector, sub-contractors, co-workers, military and civilian customers, and visitors

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be well organized insuring that all work and projects are completed professionally and timely

• Practice fiscal responsibility and preparedness through adherence to budget, purchasing, stocking, and use of resources

• May also be required to work over eight hours in a shift or weekends for operational needs at the discretion of Management

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED required

• 3-5 years of preferred experience with irrigation systems

• Be proficient (moderate to advanced skill level) in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel

• Be able to effectively communicate (verbal and written)

• Combination of experience and education will be considered

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@skookum.org.