Irrigation Technician jobs in Des Moines, IA

Job Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Irrigation Technician to join our team. As an Irrigation Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties. This is a hands-on role that requires knowledge of landscape maintenance, gardening, and irrigation systems.

Characteristics Needed to Succeed

• Valid driver's license and ability to be added to company's insurance policy
• Knowledge and experience with landscaping equipment and tools, meeting operational safety and quality standards; or, ability to quickly learn and follow expectations.
• Achieves any department required certification within 90 days of placement, i.e. backflow certification.
• Preferred knowledge of the occupational safety hazards and necessary safety precautions and regulations.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as needed.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Lift and carry weights ranging from 0 to 25 pounds with frequency
• Occasional lifting and carrying weights ranging from 26 to 60 pounds
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching and stooping
• Frequent standing and walking
• Occasional operation of equipment
• Occasional sitting, climbing and reaching above shoulder height
• Frequent repetitive hand movements/grasping
• Good vision, corrected to normal
• Good hearing, corrected to normal; or ability to communicate/understand required information and to perform job duties
• Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas

Duties:
- Install, repair, and maintain irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties
- Inspect and troubleshoot irrigation systems to identify issues and make necessary repairs
- Adjust sprinkler heads to ensure proper coverage and distribution of water
- Program irrigation controllers to optimize watering schedules
- Monitor water usage and make recommendations for water conservation
- Dig trenches and install pipes, valves, and other irrigation components
- Collaborate with landscaping team to ensure proper placement of irrigation systems
- Operate hand tools and power tools to complete tasks efficiently
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing client concerns and answering questions

Experience:
- Previous experience in landscape maintenance or irrigation system installation/repair is preferred
- Knowledge of mechanical systems related to irrigation, including pumps, valves, and timers
- Ability to read blueprints or diagrams to understand irrigation system layouts
- Familiarity with hand tools and power tools used in landscaping and irrigation work
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
- Physical stamina to perform manual labor in various weather conditions
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues independently

Join our team as an Irrigation Technician and enjoy the following benefits:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing company
- Ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills
- A supportive work environment with a team-oriented approach

Work EnvironmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee will be expected to work primarily outside in all types of weather conditions; conditions include occasional extreme heat and cold weather exposures due to natural climate. Occasional office time will be needed. The noise level in each work environment will vary and could sporadically be loud.

If you have the skills , and eagerness to learn for this position, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team as an Irrigation Technician!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid jury duty
• Paid time off

Payment frequency:

• Paid biweekly

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Extended hours
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No nights
• No weekends
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Experience:

• Irrigation: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Ankeny, IA (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person