Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand

HML Group

3d•Onsite

About The Position

HML Contracting Ltd. is a well-established landscaping and maintenance contractor providing high-quality irrigation, landscape construction, and maintenance services throughout St Albert, Edmonton and surrounding areas. We are safety-driven, quality-focused, and take pride in delivering professional results to our clients. We are currently seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand to lead crews, oversee irrigation installations and repairs, and support field operations. The Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand is responsible for supervising irrigation crews while performing hands-on installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential and commercial irrigation systems. This role requires strong technical competence, leadership ability, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Requirements

3–5+ years of experience in irrigation installation and repair
Experience with low-voltage electrical troubleshooting
Ability to read blueprints and irrigation plans
Physically fit and able to perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions
Strong leadership, organization, and time-management skills
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with clean abstract
Ability to safely operate job-related equipment

Nice To Haves

Previous lead hand or supervisory experience preferred
Strong knowledge of commercial and residential irrigation systems
Landscape or horticulture experience is an asset
Backflow Assembly Tester Certification
Plumbing or Gas Fitting Ticket
CSTS 2020
Whmis 2015
Ground Disturbance II

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise irrigation crews on daily job sites
Install, maintain, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems
Coordinate daily tasks, materials, and equipment
Ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards
Perform system start-ups, adjustments, and winterization
Troubleshoot electrical, valve, controller, and water pressure issues
Read and interpret irrigation designs, drawings, and site plans
Complete and document daily site safety meetings and FLHAs
Communicate effectively with supervisors, clients, and crew members
Train and mentor junior irrigation technicians and laborers
Operate tools and equipment safely (trenching equipment, pipe cutters, hand tools, etc.)
Assist with other landscape or maintenance tasks as required