Irrigation Technician 1 @ Vistancia Landscape Operations

J.F. Shea • Peoria, AZ

49d • $20 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Landscape Maintenance Team, the Irrigation Technician 1 position is responsible for the system components and watering schedules on landscaped areas within the community. This is a mid-level position that accepts direction from the Foreman, Irrigation Manager and Irrigation Technician 2, and Superintendents.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months to two years' irrigation experience preferred.
• Document a comprehensive knowledge of landscape maintenance with references and work history.
• Thourough knowledge of native and desert-adapted plants, trimming, and water needs.
• Basic knowledge of irrigation components, precipitation rates, and scheduling; ability to manually operate irrigation timers and perform minor irrigation repairs to drip and spray systems.
• Ability to operate irrigation timers and perform minor irrigation repairs to drip and spray systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors about job tasks and responsibilities.Contribute to a productive work environment by maintaining a good attitude with coworkers and the public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as calibration rates, proportions, percentages, and volume.
• Ability to work independently.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Must be willing to accept responsibility for tasks, actions, and decisions; ability to make good decisions based on sound judgement.
• Must be able to consistently achieve high work standards; attention to detail, accuracy and timeliness a must.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and hard working.
• Valid driver's license may be required to operate some vehicles.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the system components and watering schedules on landscaped areas within the community.
• Follow directions and perform tasks under the supervision of the Foreman, Irrigation Manager, and Superintendents. Cooperate and assist team members; contribute to the completion of daily tasks.
• Be proactive in anticipating water requirements, according to weather and plant needs.
• Work in a safe manner and use all personal protective equipment (safety gear) assigned.
• Be aware of safety requirements and report unsafe conditions or accidents to supervisor.
• Communicate daily with supervisors to report challenges about work tasks, concerns about the landscape, or maintenance suggestions to improve efficiency.
• Collect water meter readings and maintain a log of readings.
• Identify and correct irrigation performance problems, monitor equipment to ensure it is in working order and promptly communicate repair needs to a supervisor.
• Maintain up-to-date as-built documents, maps, and databases.
• Perform daily vehicle refueling and reloading of materials and vehicle inspection as directed by supervisor.
• Accurately complete all daily and weekly work logs and repair reports.
• Conduct end-of-day review and prepare next days' tasks with supervisor.
• May occasionally be requested to work overtime or during the weekend to assist during special events when extra labor is required (i.e. weddings, tours, openings, etc.).
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

Benefits

• New hourly full-time team members working 30 hours or more per week, will be eligible for the Company medical, dental and life insurance plans the first of the month following 60 days of full-time employment.
• Full-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Time Off ("PTO") in accordance with the Company policy at a rate of 120 hours per year.
• Full-Time team members are eligible for 7 paid holidays annually.
• Part-Time team members are eligible to accrue Paid Sick Leave in accordance with state guidelines.
• All team members 21 years and older are eligible to participate in the J.F. Shea Co., Inc. 401(k) plan after completion of 30 days of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees