Lead Irrigation Technician - Leadership Track

Conserva Irrigation • Lehi, UT

4d • $48,000 - $55,000

About The Position

This is not a typical technician role. We are looking for a senior irrigation professional who wants to grow into field leadership. You will start as our Lead Irrigation Technician — the go-to person in the field for complex diagnostics, technician support, and process improvement. From there, the path leads directly to Operations Manager as the company grows. If you are a skilled irrigation tech who is tired of just running calls and wants to help lead a team, this was built for you. What You Will Do In the Field (Phase 1 — Lead Technician) Perform advanced irrigation diagnostics, repairs, and system evaluations Mentor and support a team of four technicians Solve complex system problems that require deep technical knowledge Help drive field productivity and improve average job quality Identify process improvements and help implement them As the Company Grows (Phase 2 — Operations Manager) Manage technician performance and daily field coordination Oversee hiring and training of new technicians Implement operational systems that reduce the owner’s involvement Participate in company strategy and planning What You Will Earn Component | Details Base Salary | $48,000 – $55,000 annually Production Commission | 20% on personal service revenue Team Bonus — $50K/mo revenue | +$500/month Team Bonus — $60K/mo revenue | +$1,000/month Team Bonus — $70K/mo revenue | +$2,000/month Strong performers who help the team hit revenue targets can meaningfully increase their total compensation. Who We Are Looking For Required: 3+ years of irrigation technician experience (residential and/or commercial) Strong system troubleshooting skills — you can diagnose what others cannot Experience with or interest in mentoring less experienced technicians Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious on the job Preferred: Experience with Hydrawise or similar smart irrigation controllers Background working with irrigation supply houses or multi-tech field operations Interest in eventually moving into an operations or management role The right person is not just a great tech — they are someone who naturally helps their teammates succeed and takes pride in seeing the whole team perform well. Why Conserva Irrigation of Traverse Mountain Conservation focus — we help homeowners and businesses save water while keeping their landscapes healthy. It is meaningful work. Growth path — this role is designed to evolve. The Operations Manager title is not a carrot; it is the plan. Small, professional team — four technicians, a supportive admin, and an owner who is invested in building a leadership structure that does not depend on him. Stable and growing — we have been operating since 2020 and are on a path to $500K+ in annual revenue. How to Apply Apply here on Indeed or send your resume to [email protected] We are looking for multiple strong candidates before making a final decision, so do not wait — if this sounds like you, apply now. Conserva Irrigation of Traverse Mountain is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation: $48,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year Conserva Irrigation is constantly looking to add the best irrigation and sprinkler repair professionals to our team. We have open job positions all over the country for irrigation sales, field technicians, as well as office and administrative team members. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Conserva Irrigation Corporate.

Requirements

• 3+ years of irrigation technician experience (residential and/or commercial)
• Strong system troubleshooting skills — you can diagnose what others cannot
• Experience with or interest in mentoring less experienced technicians
• Professional, reliable, and safety-conscious on the job

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Hydrawise or similar smart irrigation controllers
• Background working with irrigation supply houses or multi-tech field operations
• Interest in eventually moving into an operations or management role
• The right person is not just a great tech — they are someone who naturally helps their teammates succeed and takes pride in seeing the whole team perform well.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced irrigation diagnostics, repairs, and system evaluations
• Mentor and support a team of four technicians
• Solve complex system problems that require deep technical knowledge
• Help drive field productivity and improve average job quality
• Identify process improvements and help implement them
• Manage technician performance and daily field coordination
• Oversee hiring and training of new technicians
• Implement operational systems that reduce the owner’s involvement
• Participate in company strategy and planning

Benefits

• Conservation focus — we help homeowners and businesses save water while keeping their landscapes healthy. It is meaningful work.
• Growth path — this role is designed to evolve. The Operations Manager title is not a carrot; it is the plan.
• Small, professional team — four technicians, a supportive admin, and an owner who is invested in building a leadership structure that does not depend on him.
• Stable and growing — we have been operating since 2020 and are on a path to $500K+ in annual revenue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees