Seasonal Irrigation Technician

Seasonal Irrigation Technician – Fairchild AFB

Location:

Airway Heights, Washington – Fairchild AFB

Position Type:
Non‑Exempt (Full‑Time) – Day Shift (Mon‑Fri)

Compensation: $25.77 per hour

This is a temporary position expected to run through November 30, 2026. This position requires driving.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short‑Term Disability Insurance
• $5.09 per hour Health and Welfare Benefit
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, 12 paid days of vacation at start, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance after 1 year, potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full‑time employees

• Perform daily irrigation operations, system maintenance, and repairs to ensure efficient functioning and contract compliance.
• Install, adjust, and maintain sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and sensors for proper coverage and optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation system issues, including electrical and mechanical components.
• Conduct seasonal system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and freeze protection procedures.
• Monitor system performance and water usage; identify leaks, malfunctions, and opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Apply landscaping and turf management practices to support healthy, attractive grounds.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and irrigation equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain accurate records and provide clear written and verbal communication, including documentation, reporting, and email correspondence.
• Serve as backup support to the Grounds team and collaborate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, QA inspectors, subcontractors, and military or civilian personnel.
• Participate in on‑call rotation as needed for irrigation emergencies.
• Ensure all work areas are clean, safe, and free of debris after maintenance or repair activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Experience installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation systems, including sprinklers, valves, controllers, timers, and related electrical or mechanical components.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose leaks, malfunctions, and system performance issues and make timely repairs.
• Knowledge of irrigation and basic landscaping practices, including system startups, shutdowns, winterization, and water efficiency.
• Reliable and safety‑focused, with the ability to use hand and power tools, keep accurate records, communicate clearly, and work independently or as part of a team.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time.
• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, walking; standing or sitting for several hours, climbing into and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs.
• Must persevere under pressure for extended periods.

• A valid state driver’s license is required, with ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.
• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ‑compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative (U.S. passport or military ). Please refer to https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). more information.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. Background check and E‑Verify will be conducted for this position.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled – Tessera participates in E‑Verify.