Irrigation Technician Lead

Skookum•Cheyenne, WY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Tessera is seeking a hardworking and motivated Irrigation Technician Lead with a positive/helpful attitude. This position requires driving and involves performing and leading daily irrigation maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation activities to ensure systems operate efficiently and meet contract requirements. The lead technician will provide day-to-day guidance, technical expertise, and support to team members while working alongside the crew. The role also includes conducting seasonal startups, shutdowns, winterization, and inspections, monitoring system performance, and assisting with planning and prioritizing work assignments. Training and mentoring of other technicians, performing quality checks, and maintaining accurate records are also key responsibilities. Effective communication with supervisors, QA personnel, subcontractors, and customers is essential. The role may also support grounds maintenance and landscaping operations and requires participation in on-call rotations for emergencies. Ensuring work areas are clean and safe is also a requirement.

Requirements

Three (3) or more years of experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing commercial irrigation systems.
Advanced knowledge of irrigation components, including controllers, valves, sprinklers, sensors, pumps, and related electrical and mechanical systems.
Proven ability to lead by example, provide technical guidance, train team members, and coordinate daily work activities.
Strong troubleshooting, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accurate records.
Knowledge of irrigation best practices, water conservation methods, seasonal system operations, and basic landscaping principles.
Ability to safely operate tools, equipment, and vehicles while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and customer service.
A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access.
A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Responsibilities

Perform and lead daily irrigation maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and installation activities to ensure systems operate efficiently and meet contract requirements.
Serve as the lead irrigation technician by providing day-to-day guidance, technical expertise, and support to team members while working alongside the crew.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation system issues, including controllers, valves, sprinklers, timers, sensors, wiring, and related mechanical and electrical components.
Install, adjust, test, and maintain irrigation equipment to ensure proper coverage, water distribution, and optimal system performance.
Conduct seasonal irrigation system startups, shutdowns, winterization procedures, freeze protection measures, and system inspections.
Monitor system performance, identify leaks, malfunctions, and inefficiencies, and recommend corrective actions to improve reliability and water conservation.
Assist with planning and prioritizing daily work assignments to ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance, repairs, and service requests.
Train and mentor irrigation technicians on proper irrigation techniques, equipment operation, troubleshooting procedures, and safety practices.
Perform routine inspections and quality checks to ensure work is completed in accordance with contract requirements, safety standards, and company expectations.
Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, maintenance activities, inventory usage, and water management data.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with supervisors, QA personnel, subcontractors, and military or civilian customers regarding irrigation-related activities.
Support grounds maintenance and landscaping operations as needed and serve as the primary technical resource for irrigation-related issues.
Operate hand tools, power tools, vehicles, and irrigation equipment safely and effectively.
Participate in on-call rotations and respond to irrigation emergencies as required.
Ensure work areas are clean, safe, and free of debris upon completion of assigned tasks.
All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
$5.42/hour Health and Welfare Benefit
Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
Potential shared earning bonus
Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
Verizon wireless discount
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees