What are the responsibilities and job description for the Irrigation Specialist I position at West 10 LLC?
Growing private Family Office is looking for talented professionals to be a part of a dynamic team. The family office prides itself on professionalism, kindness, integrity, and a high level of confidentiality, with the goal to deliver best in class service while providing a positive working experience for its staff.
Job Summary
The Irrigation Technician Specialist I supports the Irrigation Team in the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems. This entry-level role focuses on hands-on learning through on-the-job training to develop skills in irrigation system operations, troubleshooting, and repair. The position requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while operating tools and equipment essential to irrigation system maintenance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Irrigation System Installation & Repair (40%)
- System Monitoring and Seasonal Maintenance (25%)
- Design and Modification Assistance (15%)
- Inventory and Equipment Management (10%)
- General Grounds and Landscaping Support (10%)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist with the installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems, including irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, pumps, and related components
- Learn proper techniques for operating power equipment and hand tools used in irrigation work
- Assist with diagnosing and resolving irrigation systems issues through on-the-job training
- Conduct regular checks of the irrigation system to ensure proper operation and timing
- Assist with seasonal maintenance tasks, including system charging, draining, and turning irrigation controllers or timers on and off
- Learn how to assist in the design or modification of new or existing irrigation systems
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and drawing related to irrigation layout
- Help maintain an inventory of irrigation parts and supplies
- Operate equipment such as trenching machines, digging tools, and other landscape-related tools
- Assist with irrigation projects and contribute to general landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks as needed
- Support other team members with tasks that enhance the functionality and appearance of outdoor spaces
Job Skills and Qualifications
Skills & Abilities
- Willingness and ability to learn irrigation system designs, installations, and maintenance through hands-on experience
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
- Basic knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, and materials used in irrigation system maintenance
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work efficiently and safely in outdoor environments under varying weather conditions
- Ability to operate equipment such as trenchers, digging tools, and landscape machinery
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills
Education and Experience Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Two years of landscaping maintenance experience preferred
- Valid driver license required
Physical Demands and Work Conditions
- Sitting, standing, walking, climbing on and off equipment
- Squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending
- Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. multiple times per shift
- Fine motor skills, talking hearing and visual
- Primarily outdoors with frequent exposure to extreme hot or cold temperatures for extended periods
- Possible exposure to loud noise, vibrations, fumes, odors, and mechanical hazards
- Risk of bodily injury from equipment or environmental factors
Competencies
- Trustworthiness and Integrity: Always acting in the best interest of the owner
- Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both written and verbal, to relate insights and understanding of issues or problems in a skillful way to supervisors, colleagues, external parties and owners; understanding of the necessity and protocol to pass on important information
- Team Player: Connects with coworkers, leaders, and external vendors in an effective manner; considers how his/her actions affect other groups or team members; models a spirit of cooperation with other members of the work group; works effectively and cooperatively across groups; understands the need for and requirements of the chain of command
- Flexibility: Ability to work both independently and in a team setting; willingness to work in a wide range of roles, as needed; willingness to assist other KR departments, as needed
- Critical Thinking: Asks the right questions to obtain the information needed to assess situations properly; anticipates and responds quickly to problems; finds ways to get projects accomplished efficiently; positively impacts the team by managing time effectively
- Attention to Detail: Ability to listen and understand information and ideas presented; ability to execute projects and tasks with excellence
- Proactive: Goes above and beyond what needs to be done; has the confidence to initiate action independently and address unexpected problems or opportunities without prompting
- Discretion: Understanding of the nature of private family service and the need for absolute privacy and confidentiality
The private Family Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees as well as providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the various locations where we operate. We encourage applicants from all ages and backgrounds.
