Landscape Technician

Position Summary Lerch Brothers, LLC is a premier, high-end landscape construction company based in northern Baltimore County, Maryland. We specialize in designing, building, and maintaining luxury outdoor living spaces for exclusive clientele. We are seeking a highly skilled and meticulous Landscape Technician to join our elite team. While this role supports our overall high-end landscape installations, the ideal candidate will bring specialized, hands-on expertise in the servicing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of luxury pools, architectural low-voltage landscape lighting, and professional irrigation systems. If you take pride in flawless craftsmanship and want to work on some of the most beautiful estates in Maryland, we want you on our team.

Key Responsibilities Irrigation System Maintenance & Service System Optimization:

Service and maintain high-end, multi-zone irrigation systems to ensure optimal water efficiency and the health of mature plantings and premium turf.

Diagnostics & Repair:

Troubleshoot and repair issues with sprinkler heads, solenoid valves, smart controllers, sensors, and drip lines.

Water Management:

Adjust controllers and watering schedules based on seasonal weather patterns, Maryland water regulations, and specific horticultural needs.

Luxury Pools & Water Features Routine Maintenance:

Perform meticulous pool maintenance, including skimming, vacuuming, and brushing to maintain pristine, luxury estate standards.

Water Chemistry:

Test and precisely balance pool water chemistry, safely handling and applying necessary chemicals.

Equipment Troubleshooting:

Diagnose, repair, and maintain premium pool equipment, including high-efficiency pumps, filters, heaters, and smart-home automated control systems.

Seasonal Care:

Execute thorough and proper opening and closing procedures (winterizing and de-winterizing) for client pools.

Architectural Landscape Lighting Diagnostics & Repair:

Troubleshoot complex lighting layouts to identify and repair shorts, broken wires, or faulty fixtures, ensuring flawless nighttime aesthetics.

System Upgrades & Maintenance:

Maintain existing low-voltage architectural lighting systems, replacing components as needed and configuring smart transformers/timers.

System Optimization:

Collaborate with our landscape designers to ensure lighting is perfectly positioned to highlight architectural features, specimen trees, and hardscapes.

High-End Construction Support Site Management:

Maintain a perfectly clean, organized, and safe job site at all times, showing the utmost respect for the properties of our elite clientele.

General Landscaping:

Assist construction crews with specialized planting or hardscape adjustments as they relate to lighting, pool, or irrigation installations.

Qualifications & Requirements Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in landscaping or landscape maintenance, with a specific, proven track record in irrigation servicing, pool maintenance, and low-voltage lighting.

Irrigation Expertise:

Strong capability in diagnosing, repairing, and winterizing professional-grade irrigation and micro-drip systems.

Pool Expertise:

Hands-on understanding of premium pool filtration systems, plumbing, and water chemistry.

Lighting Proficiency:

Deep knowledge of wiring and troubleshooting low-voltage outdoor lighting and modern smart controllers.

Physical Stamina:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, dig trenches for pipe/wire repairs, and work outdoors in Maryland's varying weather conditions for extended periods.

Licenses:

A valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation to our northern Baltimore County facility is strictly required.

Certifications:

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and/or specialized irrigation certifications (e.g., Backflow Prevention, Irrigation Technician) are highly preferred and a major advantage.

Professionalism:

Excellent problem-solving abilities, exacting attention to detail, and a highly professional demeanor suited for interacting with luxury clientele. What We Offer Competitive salary commensurate with high-end landscape experience, plus opportunities for overtime. Health and Dental Insurance options. Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays. The opportunity to build a long-term career working on award-winning, luxury landscape projects alongside industry experts.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off

Experience:

Pool maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)

Landscape Lighting:

2 years (Preferred)

Landscaping:

5 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Phoenix, MD 21131 (Required)

Work Location:

In person