Irrigation Service Technician

1200 Perry Road, Apex, North Carolina

$20.00 - $28.00

Hourly

Full-Time/Regular

Job Title: Irrigation Service Technician

Position Overview the Irrigation Service Technician is a hands-on position responsible for repairing and maintaining irrigation systems for commercial and residential landscape customers. This role combines technical troubleshooting with planning, administrative, and regulatory functions to ensure systems perform properly and efficiently.

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Key Responsibilities

Technical Repair & Installation

• Execution: Repair irrigation systems to ensure proper performance and perform new installations as needed.

• Diagnostics: Diagnose and repair irrigation controllers; utilize electrical diagnostic equipment including valve locators, multi-meters, and fault finders.

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate construction equipment such as trenchers, tamps, excavators, skid loaders, and boring equipment.

• Manual Labor: Use hand tools (shovels, picks, rakes, saws) and pressure washers; load and unload heavy equipment and tools.

Operations & Logistics

• Workflow: Schedule and monitor daily workloads; plan, coordinate, and collect necessary equipment and materials each day.

• Fleet Management: Maintain truck and trailer standardization, cleanliness, and inventory for irrigation vehicles.

• Material Handling: Handle bagged and bulk materials safely.

• Support: Assist in other divisions such as installation or floriculture as needed; participate in snow removal during winter months.

Administration & Communication

• Reporting: Submit daily BOSS Mobile timesheets and accurately record materials used for billing purposes.

• Communication: Communicate daily with the Production Manager regarding progress and planning; use technology effectively for team communication.

• Relations: Maintain professional on-site relations and communications with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and internal customers.

• Quality: Manage job quality, hours, and perform daily start-up and shut-down procedures.

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Requirements & Qualifications

Skills & Experience

• Technical: Proficiency with irrigation tools, pipe cutting, and electrical diagnostic equipment.

• Driving: Safe driving of company-owned vehicles (with or without trailers) and transporting crew members.

Core Attributes & Crew Enforcement

• Work Ethic: Must demonstrate a solid work ethic, punctuality, and dependability.

• Attitude: Must maintain a positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Compliance: Strict adherence to the Uniform Policy and Company Safety Policy.

• Safety: Attend and participate in crew and department general and safety meetings.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bland Landscaping Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements:

1. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
2. Ability to bend and stoop on a continual basis
3. Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
4. Ability to work around bees, poison ivy, pollen, thorns and other environmental risks
5. Must be able to work with minimal supervision
6. Must wear work boots, Bland landscaping uniforms and present yourself in a clean and professional manner
7. Must practice safety at all times
8. Must wear company provided PPE
9. Must have valid NC Driver’s license and maintain a good driving record
10. Must have good communication skills and ability to motivate others
11. Must be able to pass a criminal background check
12. Must comply with Bland’s policies and procedures

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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