Irrigation Technician

Job Summary

The posted job requires working outdoors in all weather conditions including heavy rain and high temperatures. experience. Experience with outdoor work including construction and landscape industries is preferred. Candidates must meet the posted job requirements to be considered. Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements will be rejected without further review.

Rainwater Services is a small but growing irrigation specialty contractor with a strong focus on exceptional customer service. Approximately 75% of our customer base is residential. The successful candidate will strive to achieve 110% customer satisfaction.

We are currently seeking an Irrigation Technician to support a crew leader who is responsible for all phases of installation, repairs and maintenance of irrigation sprinklers and landscape drainage systems. The Irrigation Technician will work closely with the crew leader to install, repair, service and maintain Irrigation and Landscape Drainage systems. It is expected that the candidate will be able to effectively learn the company's processes to support the core operations.

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter who learns quickly, follows instructions and is committed to project success. As a valued team member, the Irrigation Technician's input in job-related discussions will be sought after and respected. The candidate should possess a strong work ethic and problem solving skills. The successful candidate should be physically qualified for the challenging job requirements and should be able to accommodate the work schedule requirements.

Compensation is competitive based on experience with opportunities for advancement as the company grows.

Responsibilities and Duties

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work safely
• Maintain professional appearance and demeanor
• Maintain exceptional customer service
• Maintain effective communications
• Support operations to successfully execute all phases of irrigation and drainage installation, repairs and service
• Assist and learn from the crew leader to repair, service and maintain irrigation system components including sprinkler heads, drip tubing, controllers, valves, pump, filters, etc
• Learn and utilize the company's job management software app
• Learn and follow procedures to safely operate equipment and vehicles
• Digging, trench backfilling and site grading
• Conduct routine maintenance of equipment, including vehicles, trailers tools and trenching equipment as directed
• Maintain parts inventory
• Maintain a clean and organized work vehicle and tools
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work in local seasonal weather conditions (especially hot, humid and rainy summers)
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds as required
• Must be capable of repetitive and extensive manual digging, shoveling and raking
• Must be able to stand, walk and crouch for long periods of time
• Other requirements that may be expected for operating within the physical demands of the outdoor coastal central Florida climate

Work Schedule

• Summer (April - September): Full-time M-F, with some overtime, after hours and periodic weekend calls expected
• Off-season (October-March): full time with flexible scheduling

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven track record of exceptional customer service
• Previous experience in the irrigation or landscape fields
• Industry-specific Certifications and training coursework (Hunter, Rainbird, etc) are desirable
• Experience towing double axle trailers is a plus but not required
• Experience operating light construction equipment, including trenchers, mini excavators, etc is a plus but not required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must provide and maintain a valid Drivers License
• Must be able to pass a Motor Vehicle and Criminal Background Check

Benefits
This is a full-time position with opportunity for advancement. Compensation is commensurate with experience. 2 weeks paid vacation during the off-season will be provided. Matching retirement plan available.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Experience:

• irrigation or landscape: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Saint Petersburg, FL 33709 (Required)

Work Location: In person