Irrigation Technician

Complete Landscaping Service•Sterling, VA

16h•$27 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, performs irrigation work at specific job sites. Demonstrates ability to work safely by using proper tools for specific tasks, and all irrigation work is preformed based on prescribed company standards of landscape irrigation.

Requirements

Knowledge of landscape and maintenance techniques methods and tools
Complete knowledge of irrigation wiring, wire trouble shooting and wire fault locating
Pipe - Recognizes and understands the applications and differences between class and schedule rated PVC pipe
Sprinkler and nozzle selection - Demonstrates the ability to select the proper sprinkler nozzle for a given area that is compatible with the equipment in use
Has a basic understanding of electrical and electronic circuitry, and demonstrates the ability to perform minor controller repairs
Demonstrates the ability to tum controllers on and off
Knows how to manually operate a single station from the controller, and how to use a Rain Master remote control unit
Power tools and equipment - Demonstrates the ability to safely and properly use drills, jackhammers, trenchers, and tampers
Knowledge and understanding of water management issues such as budgeting, conversions, GMP, GPH, CCF, HCF, acres, feet
Understands the basics of distribution uniformity.
Understands the basics of pipe sizing, G.P.M. flow rates, and velocity
Understands hydrozone issues sun/shade, plant, slope, soil structure
Understands and recognizes types of soil and field capacity
Basic Computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
Ability to follow verbal instructions from supervisor and management
Ability to work with and assist crew members
Ability to deal courteously with the public
Proficiency of all Irrigation ID skills, knowledge, and equipment use
Advanced understanding of sprinkler positioning and adjustments
Recognition and understanding of the basic signs of plant stress
Maintain valid driver's license and have an acceptable driving record
3 -5 years’ experience in irrigation; or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience providing the knowledge, abilities, and skills cited above
Valid California Driver License with a clean DMV record is required
Must possess or become a Certified

Responsibilities

Consistently shows up for work on time at the assigned location. If unable to work, notifies the Supervisor immediately
Shows up for work fully dressed in appropriate uniform including approved footwear
Unloads the vehicle after work and loads it for next day of work; maintains vehicle by keeping it clean and organized
May direct/lead the work of 1-2 laborers and instructs other technicians on work to be performed
Reads and understands irrigation plans
Creates as-built drawings, site activity maps, irrigation diagnostics, and work orders
Repairs all types of pipe including copper and asbestos cement, installs and repairs various sprinkler systems and irrigation valves, and performs main line repairs up to and including 3" pipes
Positions sprinklers appropriately and correctly in relation to grade, curbs, walls, and windows
Disassembles, trouble shoots, and repairs solenoid operated irrigation control valves
Demonstrates the ability to install a new replacement valve
Demonstrates ability to make proper flow control adjustments
Turns controllers on and off and manually operates a single station from the controller
Checks irrigation programs on the controller and can operate a valve electronically by remote and programs irrigation controllers
Installs remote harnesses
Performs work and uses tools and equipment in a proper and safe manner (drills, jackhammers, trenchers, tampers)
Accurately fills out and signs the time cards with hours worked and work orders for each site/project for each day worked
Makes a parts list for materials needed
Reports any injury or illness immediately to the Supervisor
Inspects equipment before use to ensure proper and safe operation and reports problems to the Supervisor immediately
Reports unsafe work conditions or practices to the Supervisor immediately
Performs other related duties as assigned