Irrigation Technician | Maint.

Position Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services. 

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Irrigation Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day!

Job Duties

What You’ll Do: 

• Cultivate your green career with us! 
• Enhance the appearance and value of properties through installation and maintenance of all types of irrigation equipment in commercial landscapes.  
• Complete set-up for digital and analog timers. 
• Perform new irrigation system installations and provide general service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs for existing systems. 
• Troubleshoot and repair conventional and two-wire systems using specialized tools and devices. 
• Troubleshoot and repair controllers, wire paths, decoders, wire connections and grounding 
• Repair and replace rotor and spray heads, valves, and pipe breaks from ½” – 6”. 
• Utilize blueprint knowledge to execute tasks effectively. 
• Ensure adherence to production and maintenance schedules without compromising customer service or quality. 
• Drive company vehicle to job sites and uphold safety standards. 

Qualifications

What We’re Seeking: 

• Love of the outdoors 
• Preferred:  Experience in irrigation installation and maintenance 
• Preferred:  Knowledgeable on various controllers and the Rainbird, Maxicomm, and Hunter ICC systems 
• Preferred: CLT certificate, plus related education in landscape or turfgrass
• Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license. 
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in irrigation system installation and maintenance. 
• Clean Driving History: Maintain a clean driving history. 
• Technical Proficiency: Display a working knowledge of conventional and two-wire systems. 
• Blueprint Understanding: Ability to understand and interpret blueprints. 
• Safety Awareness: Comply with all safety regulations and standards, including OSHA and Federal/State DOT requirements.
• Ability to complete the Davey landscape career development books upon hire 
• Ability to complete the Davey first aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire   
• Preferred: Relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law  

Additional Information

What We Offer:* 

• $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
• Paid time off and paid holidays 
• Opportunities for advancement 
• All job specific equipment and safety gear provided 
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match 
• Employee-owned company & discounted stock purchase options 
• Group Health Plan 
• Employee referral bonus program 
• Locations throughout US in major cities and desirable areas 
• Career Development Program supported by Industry Expert Safety Specialists & Skills Trainers 
• Scholarship Program for Children of Employees 
• Charitable matching gift program 

*all listed benefits available to eligible employees  

Company Overview

Invest in your future. Join one of the largest Employee Owned companies in the nation!  Davey has a unique culture that focuses on the open exchanging of ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.   

We are currently looking to add a dynamic Irrigation Technician to our passionate team of landscape professionals. Your office is outdoors, and you get a new view every day! 

Divisional Overview

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at Recruiting@davey.com.