Irrigation Technician- Bradenton

Job Details

Location:

Bradenton, FL 34221

Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 hourly

To perform irrigation and related maintenance tasks.

• General:
  Be able to perform all responsibilities required of an irrigation technician.
• Employees:
  Assist in the performance of various irrigation functions.
• Equipment:
  Share responsibility for checking and changing oil and grease in basic equipment; supervise truck/trailer setup daily and manage equipment and supplies; oversee proper safety devices; maintain equipment; operate light/heavy equipment; report problems.
• Safety:
  Ensure proper task‑specific PPE is used; follow company policies and safety standards; ensure a safe environment for other workers, vendors, and clients.
• CSRs:
  Interface with client when needed and establish relationships; conduct quality control; recognize and report irrigation deficiencies; communicate with Operations Manager and Account Manager regarding job site status.
• Training:
  Identify training needs and participate in irrigation procedures training program.
• Irrigation Maintenance:
  Provide estimates; operate pumps, suction and other equipment; manage projects with effective water management; recognize drainage deficiencies and problem soils; minimum of 2 years experience; irrigation certification recommended; knowledge of blueprints.
• Refuse Removal:
  Safely operate a refuse truck in residential areas; lift/move heavy items; know lock‑in/lock‑out procedure; operate compactor.
• Cleaning:
  Knowledge of appropriate PPE; safely use cleaning supplies and solvents; work in residential and commercial areas.
• Snow Removal:
  Safely use snow removal equipment; safe driving techniques in snow and ice; appropriate clothing for weather conditions.

• Age:
  Must be at least 18 years of age and meet applicable state labor laws.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience as Crew Member; 6‑12 months of commercial experience as crew leader preferred; completed Crew Member training guide.
• Knowledge:
  Mainscape Standards of Excellence.
• Ability to:
  Enforce safety for customers, job sites, and company employees; enforce company safety policies; drive and back‑up truck and trailer; interact with customer; correct unsafe conditions; adhere to policies; work with team; meet or exceed production rates.
• Certificates/Licenses:
  Valid driver’s license; pesticide license preferred.
• Language skills:
  Communicate with crew members; bilingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Physical Demands:
  Full mobility; reach overhead; lift up to 25 lbs regularly, up to 75 lbs occasionally; maintain physical fitness; vision requirements.
• Working Conditions:
  
  Weekend or overtime hours; odd hours during inclement weather; office, shop, and field; exposure to elements, fumes, chemicals, high noise.
• Evaluation:
  Demonstrated no days of unexcused absence in past 6 months; punctuality; dress code compliance; completed all training; performed essential duties; supervisor recommendation for advancement.

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