Irrigation Install Foreman - Year Round - FULL TIME

DeHamer Landscaping•Grandville, MI

About The Position

Do you have experience in irrigation, underground sprinkling, and leadership ? Are you looking for a new career move with a GREAT company? DeHamer is looking for someone that fits our culture, is aligned with our values, and has the ability to lead a team that our irrigation department. Additionally, the Irrigation Foreman is expected to serve the customer and organization by leading the team to finish efficiently within budget and with quality. At DeHamer Landscaping we believe that people matter as reflected in our Mission [What we do], our Vision [our Why] and our Values [Who we are becoming]. We hold firm that these are a crucial part of day-to-day work and hold us accountable for where we are headed! MISSION: Enhancing the lives of our team to serve our customers with excellence. VISION: Empower everyone we meet to build better lives to reflect God’s beauty throughout the world. VALUES: Desire to be great Excellent Attitude Hardworking Attention to Detail Motivated Exceptional Customer Service Do The Right Thing Every time Position Summary The Irrigation Foreman is responsible for leading the installation, maintenance, and repair of residential and/or commercial irrigation systems. This role supervises a field crew, manages daily job-site operations, and ensures irrigation projects are completed safely, efficiently, within budget, and to DeHamer Landscaping’s quality standards. The Irrigation Foreman serves as the primary on-site leader and point of contact for irrigation-related work, while modeling DeHamer Landscaping’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values in every interaction with team members and customers.

Requirements

2+ years of hands-on irrigation installation
Strong knowledge of irrigation components, and basic electrical systems
Ability to read irrigation plans and site drawings
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (chauffeur’s license required)
Ability to operate required tools and equipment including trenchers and hand tools
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Comfortable working outdoors in Michigan weather conditions
Ability to bend, kneel, stand, and work for extended periods
Comfortable working in trenches and on uneven terrain

Nice To Haves

Previous crew leadership or foreman experience preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise and lead an irrigation crew on daily job sites
Plan and manage loading and unloading of trucks and trailers with required equipment and materials
Ensure safety, productivity, and quality standards are met on every job
Inspect daily work to ensure installations and repairs meet company standards
Train, mentor, and lead crew members in proper irrigation methods, safety procedures, and best practices
Maintain cleanliness and organization of trucks, trailers, equipment, and job sites
Inventory of Irrigation material used on-site and in trailer
Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems including: Sprinkler and drip systems Valves, controllers, pumps, and mainlines
Read and interpret irrigation blueprints, plans, layouts, and specifications
Ensure proper system coverage and water efficiency.
Program, adjust, and troubleshoot standard and smart irrigation controllers
Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for irrigation projects
Provide clear updates on job progress, timelines, and any issues
Communicate material needs, progress, and challenges to management
Maintain accurate job records material usage, and job notes
Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget
Enforce safety policies and promote a safe working environment
Approach challenges with a troubleshooting and problem-solving mindset