Irrigation Technician​/Service

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Irrigation Technician to install and service our client’s irrigation equipment. As the lead technician, you will be responsible for mapping out irrigation areas, digging trenches, installing equipment, testing the system, and conducting regular maintenance checks. You may also be required to install electrical timer systems, plumb outdoor water tanks, and connect water-recycling systems.

To ensure success as an Irrigation Technician, you should exhibit a strong work ethic, have detailed knowledge of irrigation techniques, and be able to operate heavy machinery when required. Ultimately, a top-level Irrigation Technician can expertly install any sized irrigation system to fit the needs of the client.

• Inspecting and loading equipment for the day’s work.
• Driving to the client’s location.
• Testing the soil and vegetation to determine irrigation needs.
• Mapping out areas for irrigation installation.
• Digging trenches and installing pipes and lines.
• Installing pumps and electrical timers.
• Testing the irrigation system with the aid of computer software.
• Conducting routine maintenance checks.
• Troubleshooting and replacing faulty parts.
• Completing progress reports and associated paperwork.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proven work experience as an Irrigation Technician.
• Knowledge of irrigation and electrical timer systems.
• Knowledge of plumbing is preferable.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
• Knowledge of soil, vegetation, and climate.

When you put on The Grounds Guys® uniform, you become part of a team—local experts who strive to treat everyone with respect, do the job the right way, and simply enjoy life in the process. Working for our franchises means they’ll take care of you the way they take care of their own family and friends. And cultivating a culture of CARE, among the team and within the communities, is as important as trimming hedges and planting flower beds—it’s part of everything The Grounds Guys do.

* All independently owned and operated franchised businesses operate under the service brands’ marks, trademarks, trade names, logos, emblems, slogans, or other indicia of origin in connection with The Grounds Guys® franchise system within a specified geographical area. Only the independently owned and operated franchised business shall have any interaction with or authority for its business and make all employment related decisions related to its franchised business.

Are you legally authorized to work in this country? *

Are you at least 18 years of age? *

Are you able to lift/carry 50 pounds on a regular basis? *

Do you have experience working in the landscape industry? *

Do you live in Nassau County? *

How did you hear about this job posting? *

Are you willing to work weekend shifts? *

Do you have reliable transportation to and from work? *

Are you comfortable with computers, email, using the internet, and learning new computer programs? *

What are your favorite activities outside of work? *

What job responsibilities and duties do you excel at? *

Highest level of education *

If you have a college degree, what is your degree in? *