Irrigation Technician

Perficut • Des Moines, IA

41d • Onsite

About The Position

The Irrigation Technician is a production role in the field of Irrigation
Maintenance. The employee spends most of the time in the field working with
another technician or by themselves. The employee in this role will primarily
focus on troubleshooting and repairing irrigation systems.

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to be added onto company’s auto insurance policy.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Achieves any department required certification within 90 days of placement, i.e. backflow certification.
• Knowledge and experience with irrigation equipment and tools, meeting operational safety and quality standards or the ability to quickly learn and follow expectations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred knowledge of occupational safety hazards and necessary safety precautions and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs general troubleshooting and repairs on Irrigation systems.
• Daily paperwork completed and turned in properly.
• Daily job material management and tracking.
• Job production and quality control according to route schedule and company standards.
• Effectively communicate with the public, manager, crew leader, and site workers.
• Operate and maintain equipment in accordance with safety and quality standards. Perform just-in-time, light maintenance on equipment, as needed in the field.
• Exposure to physical elements including heat and cold, and other potential hazardous materials with the use of personal protective equipment according to procedures.
• Accurately record hours worked daily, in accordance with expectations.
• Meet deadlines and follow instructions and expectations expressed by manager.
• Assisting in other departments as needed.
• Performs snow removal, ice treatment and salting during winter season

Benefits

• On-the-job training provided
• Opportunities for advancement
• Learn new skills and cross-train with other departments
• Support for getting your backflow certification
• 90-day retention bonus for employees in good standing
• Uniforms and equipment provided
• Paid holidays and PTO package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees