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Irrigation Technician

  2025-11-04     Oakridge Landscape     Nipomo,CA  
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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Are you passionate about working outdoors and making landscapes thrive? Oakridge Landscape is looking for a skilled Irrigation Technician to bring their expertise and energy to our dynamic team! If you have hands-on experience with irrigation systems and a knack for solving problems on the go, we want to hear from you. This role offers a clear path to advancement into a Foreman position, contingent upon successfully meeting all job expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair existing irrigation systems, including valves, timers/controllers, heads, pumps, and backflow devices.
  • Perform seasonal system checks, including startups, shutdowns, and winterizations as needed.
  • Monitor water usage and system efficiency; make recommendations for improvements or water-saving practices.
  • Install new irrigation systems based on landscape and design plans, including layout, trenching, pipe fitting, and wiring controllers.
  • Ensure proper programming of irrigation controllers to meet plant water requirements and local water conservation mandates.
  • Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance work, and parts used.
  • Respond promptly to emergency repairs or service requests.
  • Communicate with clients, supervisors, and team members in both English and Spanish to ensure understanding and job completion.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications
  • At least 2 years of experience with irrigation systems in commercial settings.
  • Class "C" Driver License is a must.
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
  • Strong organizational skills/ Attention to detail.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Current CA driver license and outstanding record.
  • Bilingual (English/ Spanish) is preferred.

Physical Requirements and working conditions

The physical requirement is working outdoors in various and sometimes harsh weather conditions-including rain, wind, intense heat, and muddy environments. Candidates must be comfortable performing tasks in these elements on a regular basis.
  • Hearing: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job.
  • Speaking: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job, such as communicating with multiple personnel.
  • Vision: Normal visual acuity.
  • Walking: Able to walk for a prolonged period outdoors.
  • Stand: Able to stand, bend stoop, knell as needed during job walkthrough.
  • Lifting to 50 lbs.
  • Pushing up to 50 lbs.


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