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Irrigation Technician (Portage) Chauffeur's license required - Certification preferred

BrightView Landscapes · Portage, MI · 1 wk ago
On-siteManufacturing$17–$21/hrFull-time

About the role

The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here. STARTING PAY RANGE for this role is $17 - $21 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD. At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for an Irrigation Technician.

Responsibilities

  • Monitoring and testing new installations
  • Troubleshoot and repair problems
  • Observe pipe and valve placements
  • Evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system
  • Conducting and recording detailed inspections
  • Plan/execute upgrades of client systems

Requirements

  • Valid Driver’s License
  • Chauffeur’s License or Endorsement
  • Minimum 1 Year of Experiencespecifically as a Landscape Irrigation Technician
  • DDOT Medical Card (Preferred)

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 1 year of verified experience as a Landscape Irrigation Technician is required. Applicants must provide previous employer contact information for experience verification.
  • A Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification (preferred but not required).
  • An understanding in basic irrigation design, irrigation equipment, and electrical principles.
  • Experience with two-wire irrigation systems.
  • Knowledge of irrigation principles and practices such as soil to water and plant relationships.
  • Proficiency using diagnostic tools such as: multimeters, flow meters, fault finders, locators, and leak detectors.
  • Ability to read blueprints.
  • Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft office software programs and mobile electronic devices.
  • Good knowledge of trenchers, multi-meters, wire locators, ditchers and pipe sizing are also essential.

Skills

  • Bilingual in Spanish

Benefits

Here’s What To Know About Working Here
Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home. If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.

Growing Everyday
Benefits
Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:

  • Paid time off
  • Health and wellness coverage
  • RED WING SAFETY BOOT PROGRAM
  • 401k savings plan

A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process.

It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView.

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