Irrigation Technician

IRRIGATION Technician FLSA Status: Non-ExemptA person who is supervised by or is a licensed irrigator per local ordinances to service, modify ad/or install irrigation systemsMajor Job ResponsibilitiesClient ManagementProfessionally represents U.S. Lawns at all times.Able to respond properly to the client and follow up to make sure their needs have been completed to their satisfaction.Keeps the Owner/Manager aware of all client concerns and communication on the job site.Maintains positive, responsive and flexible attitude to all clients.Inspects site and advises client of potential liabilities.Can effectively communicate in English and/or Spanish what is to be learned. Safety ManagementMaintains and promotes safe working conditions in the field at all timesWears and maintains required PPE at all times as per local, state, federal, and OSHA laws.Ensures and maintains secure storage of all products and work areas by local, state, federal and OSHA laws. Brand ComplianceMaintains clean, neat and professional image of service vehicle & equipment Equipment ManagementEnsures all assigned equipment, tools, safety items, vehicles & trailers or other items are maintained in proper working order by following proper maintenance and inventory schedules.Is accountable for neglect and abuse of assigned equipmentMaintains and secures equipment to include the functionality, storage and cleanliness; operates all specialty equipment used in the field under manufacturer's and Owner's directions. Quality Control/SchedulingQUALITY CONTROLAble to maintain all jobs to bid specificationsMaintain client satisfaction (internal and external) to ensure jobs are renewed.Ensures that all disturbed areas for trenching or digging are repaired back to original site specificationsIRRIGATIONKnows the location of all water meters and backflow shut-off devices for each job site.Keeps owner/manager aware irrigation repairs needed.Monitors all irrigation controllers.Has zero loss of plant material due to poor controller monitoring. Field OperationsTest and run and inspect each system and record notes of the system on the Irrigation Service Request form.Set controllers according to contractual obligations always adhering to a water-wise approach.Make necessary adjustments such as adjusting Irrigation patterns, dates, times, and frequencies on timer clock/controller.Make necessary repairs such as breaks in the line, bad heads, nozzles, valves, wiring, etc.Record all work including hours spent, materials used and recommendation if renovations are required.Locates existing backflows, controllers, zones and valves and prepares zone charts/diagrams/legends for the systemsCan work independently in the absence of supervisionCan remain flexible for working with a variety of tasks dailyCan remain on-call to respond to emergency situations. Office and AdministrationAble to read and write English and follow written and oral instruction.Can organize and implement work schedule.Responsible for completing all require forms and following outlined procedures, both of which may change from time to timeKeeping up with current industry products and equipmentFollow current local, state and federal irrigation regulations and licensingMaintain area for irrigation parts/supplies and properly insure safety of fellow employees and selfShall possess a valid State driver's license appropriate to the class and capability of the vehicle(s) that they are assigned to operate, and driving record must meet company standards as well as the State requirements where the vehicle is driven.Typical QualificationsTo perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Language SkillsWhile performing duties, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; may read and interpret data, information and documents; observe and respond to people and situations; learn and apply new information or skills; work under deadlines; and interact with others encountered in the course of work.Physical DemandsThe employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.