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Irrigation Technician
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What they do
A Farm, Nursery, or Greenhouse Worker propagates, cultivates and harvests plants, primarily flowers, trees, shrubs and sod, and other crops such as mushrooms that are grown in greenhouses, or grows and harvests farm crops such as grain, fruit or vegetables. Operates and maintains equipment used to grow and harvest plants and crops. Cares for animals including dairy cows or chickens, pigs or other animals raised for meat.
$34,482 / year median in Florida
+6% projected growth
Job Description
We are seeking highly professional and skilled Irrigation Technicians. The Irrigation Technician will oversee various irrigation and landscaping maintenance contracts on high-profile commercial properties. What would my responsibilities be? Perform routine irrigation inspections and generate reports for assigned high-profile properties. Perform troubleshooting and repairs. Scout properties beyond assigned needs for any issues. Complete a pre-trip inspection report on vehicle, trailers, and equipment daily. Contribute to our safety culture by attending and actively participating in weekly safety trainings. Follow company safety protocols, identify, and communicate safety issues to the team. Why Join Yellowstone? Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly Benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401k with a company match Industry-leading safety programs Company provided safety gear Equipped with optimal and most professional equipment High profile customers, worksites, and landscape results -A company that values and appreciates YOU Requirements Legal authorization to work in the United States Knowledge of basic pump operation and maintenance. Knowledge of irrigation clocks, adjusting/repairing irrigation heads, sensors, valve repair, and lateral & mainline repairs. Basic knowledge of irrigation system installation, setup, and maintenance. Must have reliable transportation to the Branch or first job site Safe driving record and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Report ("MVR") required (in order to operate a company vehicle). Strong communication and customer-service skills. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Experience performing thorough irrigation system inspections. Ability to properly program irrigation controllers. Experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing irrigation system issues. Knowledge of valves, wiring, controllers, sprinkler heads, rotors, drip systems, lateral lines, and mainlines. Ability to clearly document inspection findings and recommended repairs. Comfortable using smartphones and tablets, as daily work orders, photographs, notes, timekeeping, and other documentation are completed electronically. Dependable, punctual, organized, and able to work independently. Ability to perform physical outdoor work in varying weather and environmental conditions, including lifting, digging, bending, and working in wet or muddy areas. Must maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in a clean and professional manner. Become part of the team dedicated to Excellence in Commercial Landscaping