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

Irrigation Technician Opportunity

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. Can you picture yourself here?

This is not an entry-level role. 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. Minimum requirements include:

• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• Chauffeur's License or Endorsement (Required)
• Minimum 1 Year of Experience specifically as a Landscape Irrigation Technician (Required)
• DDOT Medical Card (Preferred). If not currently held, candidates must be able to pass a DOT-compliant medical exam and drug screening, as required by federal law.

Here's what you'd do:

An Irrigation Technician is able to foresee potential problems and have the specialty skills needed to solve them. Careful planning and the ability to anticipate issues are qualities which BrightView particularly value. People with your mindset and proactive work-style, are just what our customers expect.

You'd be responsible for:

• Monitoring and testing new installations, troubleshoot and repair problems, observe pipe and valve placements, and evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system.
• Conducting and recording detailed inspections and plan/execute upgrades of client systems.

You might be a good fit if you have:

• A Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification (preferred but not required).
• An understanding in basic irrigation design, irrigation equipment, and electrical principles.
• Minimum of 5 years' irrigation experience.
• 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.

And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:

• Bilingual in Spanish
• Ability to create and read site map colored charts/legends

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

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

BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.