Irrigation Technician Iii

Overview

We are hiring immediately for a full time and part time IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN III position.

Location:

Charleston County School District - 3999 Bridgeview Drive, North Charleston, South Carolina 29405.

Note:

online applications accepted only.

Schedule:

Full time and part time;
Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. More details upon interview.

• Prior landscape irrigation and golf course irrigation experience is required.

• Pay Range: $18.50 per hour to $24.00 per hour.
• Perks:
  Medical and dental insurance, 401K, and accumulated paid time off!

Independently performs routine labor associated with irrigation management, including digging, pipe repair, head/valve replacement and small equipment operation. Utilizes math and estimation skills to calculate proper irrigation regimes through audit and calibration.

• Implements and adjusts irrigation schedules as directed by Irrigation Supervisor.
• Replaces malfunctioning valves and pressure control devices; and adjusts water flow and repair.
• Replaces PVC lateral lines and PVC and iron constant pressure water supply lines.
• Inspects irrigated areas and routinely exercises irrigation systems to test for malfunctions, breaks, and wetting coverage of lawns, trees, shrubs, and ground covers.
• Installs new systems and modifies old systems according to plans or blueprints.
• Prepares site with trenching equipment or hand digging.
• Lays, cuts, prepares and glues PVC pipe and fittings; inserts valves and connects to controller; inserts and sets sprinkler heads.
• Backfills trenches and levels soil surface.
• Operates various types of equipment including trenchers or small tractors, hand-held power equipment and hand tools.
• Maintains records for all work or services performed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Three years of experience in irrigation repairs or demonstration of consistently superior performance.
• Valid Irrigation Technician License or Irrigator License.
• Valid Backflow Tester License.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds and kneel/bend/stoop for extended periods of time.

• Extensive driving, walking and equipment operation. Exposure to: extreme weather conditions, pesticides, fertilizers, pollen producing environment, paint and petroleum products. Work time expectation: 90% of time will be physical labor, 10% training and misc.

SSC is a member of Compass Group USA.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.