Irrigation Technician

RUSSELL LANDSCAPE NEEDS YOU! We've got an awesome opportunity in the Atlanta area for an experienced Irrigation Technician. If you've got experience in the business we've got a position for someone looking for success and long term career opportunities.

SUMMARY:

Under close supervision, performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of irrigation equipment, irrigation systems and small pumps; and performs related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (which are not in any hierarchical order)

• Assists in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of simple and moderately complex irrigation systems.
• Reads diagrams and blueprints to lay out and locate irrigation valves, timers and wiring.
• Installs irrigation timers.
• Installs irrigation piping and valves.
• Tests completed irrigation systems for proper functioning of valves and timers.
• Locates, excavates and repairs or replaces damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
• Restocks truck to ensure supply of necessary parts and equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the proper care and maintenance of tools of the trade.
• Knowledge of irrigation system installation, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of use of common hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Skill in installing, maintaining and repairing irrigation systems.
• Skill in reading engineering drawings or blueprints.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions.
• Skill in communicating effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work involves moderate to heavy work in all types of weather. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the course of the workday. The Company promotes a drug/alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug testing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma, GED or vocational training and three to four years related experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Valid driver s license is required.

BENEFITS:

• Paid time off;

• Excellent benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance;

- 401 - k retirement plan with employer match;

• Opportunities for promotion and advancement;

• Training opportunities;

• Faith and family centered work atmosphere.

Russell Landscape is steadfastly dedicated to both our customers' and valuable team members' needs are expertly tended to. Please take a few minutes to submit and resume. Call Chris Watkins at 678-467-0235 to discuss advancing your career with a proven, time tested, family owned firm with a keen focus on continued growth and developing the most talented team in the business.