Irrigation Technician

Job Summary

• The Irrigation Leadman makes repairs to the irrigation system and overseas production in the field.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Detect and make necessary repairs to the irrigation system.
• Accurately read various gauges related to the irrigation system.
• Manage employees and oversee production in the field.
• Operate light/heavy equipment effectively and according to all regulations.
• Ensure that equipment is maintained and managed; alert supervisors if there are any issues.
• Report any problems with job site or equipment immediately.
• Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity as well as positively promoting company culture.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• Strong work ethic
• Knowledge of blueprints
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
• Irrigation certification is a plus.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry tools, equipment, materials weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes. 

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.

This job description is subject to change at any time.