Experienced Irrigation Tech - to $32+ / Hour

Apex Outdoor Inc. is looking for experienced Irrigation Techs to $32+/hour

FULL TIME, YEAR ROUND.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Technician applicants must have a strong knowledge of the design, general repair and maintenance requirements of all makes of residential and commercial lawn sprinkler systems. Must have experience with wells and pumps

Salary position is available for the right candidate.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

-Valid driver's license

-Ability to lift 75 lbs. and operate equipment in sitting position for up to 8 hrs./time

-Ability to safely operate truck and landscape trailer if needed

-Positive attitude and hard-working and be able to work safely in a team environment

-Knowledge:

-Complete lawn irrigation system activations and visual inspections

-Program various controller models

-Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs to sprinkler heads, piping, valves, backflow preventers, etc.

-Use wire tracers and/or valve locator to troubleshoot valve issues

-Locate, excavate, and repair/replace damaged underground piping

-Repair and/or replace rain sensor devices

-Complete work orders and all associated paperwork

-Professionally communicate with each customer the status/needs of their system

-Perform system winterizations

-Perform other tasks as needed

-Physical Demands:

-Ability to dig, trench, backfill, and tamp in addition to other physical activity related to lawn sprinkler system installation and its repair

-Capable of standing, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces or lifting up to 50 pounds

-Operate trenching equipment or other heavy machinery.

-Subject to outdoor weather conditions, including but not limited to extreme cold, extreme heat, wet conditions, or exposure to animals (client's pets) or various insects.

COMPENSATION:

Hourly dependent upon qualifications and experience. Generally $25 - $32+/hr