Irrigation Tech

About the Organization Thanksgiving Point is a nonprofit dedicated to sparking curiosity, inspiring confidence, and helping children and families discover something new every time they visit. Through our museums, gardens, and farm experiences, we create hands-on adventures that are centered around all things STEM.

Born from a spirit of gratitude, we are proud to be a community-centered organization where science, nature, and the arts come alive. Each year, thousands of guests walk through our doors to explore, play, and grow-and it takes a passionate, creative team to make that magic happen.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a place where ideas are welcomed, teamwork matters, and every day brings something different, we'd love to meet you.

Description

Irrigation Tech with Garden Maintenance, Job Description

Wage: $/hour

Shift:
Full time 30-39. Mon-Fri, some Saturdays.

Hours:

6:00am
-2:30pm, June through August, 7:00am – 3:30pm. September – May. Occasional weekend work required. Decreased hours during winter months.

Benefits:
Free Thanksgiving Point Membership for you and immediate family; medical, 401(k);
Employee Assistance Program;
Financial Assistance Program;
Thanksgiving Point venue discounts; and more!

Summary:
Do you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and working with your hands? Join the Thanksgiving Point team and help keep our beautiful gardens and grounds thriving! As an Irrigation Team Member, you’ll work alongside a collaborative, supportive team to maintain the irrigation systems that bring our landscapes to life. From troubleshooting irrigation issues to keeping water features clean and helping prepare our gardens for every season, your work will make a visible difference across our property.

If you enjoy hands-on work, solving problems, and being part of a team that creates memorable experiences for our guests, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist the Irrigation Manager with maintaining and repairing irrigation systems throughout Thanksgiving Point’s property.
• Troubleshoot and repair irrigation components, including filters, valves, pipes, sprinkler heads, and nozzles.
• Adjust sprinkler heads, nozzles, and watering schedules to ensure proper coverage and efficient water use.
• Update irrigation clocks and schedules to accommodate new plantings, seasonal changes, and special events.
• Assist with seasonal irrigation system winterization, including fall blowouts.
• Respond to irrigation emergencies as needed, which may occasionally require work outside regularly scheduled hours or days.
• Clean, maintain, and care for water features throughout the gardens.
• Support year-round property care, including snow removal, gardening projects, holiday light installation, and seasonal cleanup.
• Work collaboratively with team members while following instructions, maintaining safe work practices, and completing assigned tasks.
• Exemplify Thanksgiving Point’s mission, values, and policies.

Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and throughout changing seasons.
• Previous irrigation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Rain Bird IQ4 irrigation control systems is a plus.
• Ability to follow instructions, troubleshoot issues, and work independently when needed.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team and take pride in maintaining beautiful, welcoming outdoor spaces.

Why Join Thanksgiving Point?

Be part of a team that helps create extraordinary outdoor experiences for families and guests. You’ll enjoy hands-on work, opportunities to develop your skills, and the satisfaction of seeing the results of your efforts across our beautiful property—all while contributing to Thanksgiving Point’s mission…