Irrigation Technician

$16-19/hour

Full Time

Monday - Thursday 6:30am to 5:00pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Irrigation Crew assists with the care and repair of the irrigation system.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the watering of lawns and shrubs.
• Digs trenches for irrigation repair work
• Assist in keeping the job site tidy, organized and safe
• Use all installation tools according to company safety policy
• Maintains, cleans and properly stores equipment.
• Ability to properly utilize new equipment and follow safety procedures prior to using this equipment.
• Other duties as required.

OPERATING SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Education/Training:

• No training is required

Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Previous experience preferred
• Must comply with OSHA and EPA guidelines concerning storage and use of chemical substances

Special Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 – 100 lbs following appropriate safety procedures
• Work in an upright standing position for long periods of time
• Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g. heat, cold, wind, rain, humidity)
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks
• Repeat various motions with the wrists, hands and fingers
• Have full range of mobility in upper and lower body

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER: This is not an all-inclusive job description; therefore, management has the right to assign or reassign schedules, duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.