Irrigation Groundsman

Job Summary Moon Valley Nurseries is seeking an experienced Irrigation Helper / Laborer / Groundsman to assist with irrigation installation services for residential and commercial clients. This role is responsible for assisting the Irrigation Foreman with day-to-day installation activities while upholding Moon Valley Nurseries’ standards of quality, safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has a background in irrigation installation and a basic understanding of landscape operations. This individual must be dependable, willing to learn, able to perform physically demanding work, and capable of following direction and established safety procedures.

Key Duties and Responsibilities Assist the Irrigation Foreman with day-to-day irrigation installation activities

Perform field work including trenching, digging, installing irrigation lines, and installing various irrigation components throughout the property

Use hand tools, including various shovels, as well as power tools and other applicable equipment

Ensure the safe and proper use of all tools, equipment, and materials

Follow training, company procedures, and safety requirements while working as part of the irrigation crew Clean, organize, and maintain the job site throughout the installation process

Work collaboratively with the crew to complete assigned tasks and ensure projects are completed efficiently and to company standards

Provide exceptional customer service while representing the Moon Valley Nurseries brand with professionalism and integrity

Demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills and develop technical knowledge within irrigation installation

This is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. We work collaboratively and new responsibilities may be assigned over time.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Minimum 1+ year of experience with irrigation systems and irrigation installations, along with experience in landscaping or related field work General landscaping experience or experience in a related field with exposure to irrigation may also qualify. This position requires greater technical aptitude than a typical general labor role, as the employee will actively participate in irrigation installations

General labor experience with power tools, hand tools, and other equipment preferred

Ability to follow specific instructions, training, and safety protocols

Ability to perform manual labor and physically demanding work for extended periods

Comfortable using digital tools and mobile applications

Dependable, hardworking, and willing to learn and grow within the irrigation team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and digging throughout the workday.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds. The employee must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in potentially extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.

Other Subject to MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations.

About UsMoon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America and is an industry leader and high-growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits, including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.#MVNLABOR