Irrigation Manager​/Gerente de Riego

Summary

The irrigation manager is a hands‑on position that coordinates all irrigation related activities for a high end, residential, full service, landscape design/build company. Qualified candidates will design, install, modify, maintain, and trouble‑shoot irrigation systems in conjunction with construction, maintenance, and seasonal color departments. Position requires a service‑minded self‑starter committed to high quality standards.

• Oversee daily scheduling, routing, and execution of irrigation services. Performed by self and 1-2 irrigation technicians depending on seasonal demand.
• Design new and modify existing systems
• Manage seasonal services, including system startups, winterizations, and backflow testing.
• Lead troubleshooting, repair, and service of systems
• Prepare materials lists and cost estimates
• Secure permits from local jurisdictions as needed
• Supervise small installation crews (2-3)
• Oversee proper install of poc, wiring, pipe, controllers, pumps
• Generate timely and accurate billing summaries
• Communicate issues with clients as needed and follow up when work is complete
• Coordinate subcontracted backflow test and report submittals
• Forecast, order, and manage supplies, tools, and equipment
• Oversee seasonal adjustment of controller programming on maintenance accounts
• Sales of irrigation services to non‑maintenance or construction prospect clients

• 3-5 years of technical experience in irrigation required.
• Rain Bird Training Certificate, Irrigation Association Certification, NALP Landscape Technician Certification preferred.
• Computer knowledge (mac or windows), Microsoft office (word, excel, outlook)
• Familiarity or ability to learn hunter hydrawise controller and other controller types
• Familiarity with flow sensors, and water efficient technology
• WA backflow testing certification a plus
• Knowledge of low voltage lighting systems and ability to supervise or support lighting system installations, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Organized, detail oriented
• Ability to work across multiple divisions (construction, maintenance, seasonal color)
• Creative problem-solving / troubleshooting skills
• Leadership and people management skills
• Ability to work in fast paced team environment
• Effective written communication skills
• Growth minded

This job operates in a professional field environment, outside in all weather conditions. This role also includes routine use of company vehicles, tools, and equipment.

This is a salaried full‑time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7am-3:30pm with hours varying depending on season.

Competitive pay range of $78,000-$85,000 per year, depending on experience.

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

Onsite in Redmond, WA

Driver’s License (Required)

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• Supervisar la programación, las rutas y la ejecución diarias de los servicios de riego. Estas tareas las realiza el gerente y de 1 a 2 técnicos de riego, según la demanda estacional.
• Diseñar sistemas nuevos y modificar los existentes.
• Gestionar los servicios de temporada, incluyendo la puesta en marcha de los sistemas, la preparación para el invierno y las pruebas de reflujo.
• Liderar la solución de problemas, la reparación y el mantenimiento de los sistemas.
• Preparar listas de materiales y presupuestos.
• Obtener los permisos necesarios de las jurisdicciones locales.
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