Irrigation Technician

JOB TITLE: IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE

OUR MISSION:
Stay Green Inc. is committed to being the leader in providing professional landscape services resulting in the highest level of client satisfaction.

STAY GREEN VALUES AND BEHAVIORS
Stay Green Team Members are expected to uphold the highest standards of teamwork, integrity, accountability, and achievement in their interactions with clients, vendors, and colleagues. Demonstrating these behaviors, along with coaching and creating an environment that embodies Stay Green’s values, are key components of our Performance Review program.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The primary role of the Irrigation Technician is to maintain and repair existing irrigation and the installation of new irrigation. Irrigation Technician is to manage, direct and exceed assigned field jobs and provide support to Crew Leaders and Production Managers while maintaining the highest efficiency, safety, and production standards.

EXPERIENCE & TRAINING:

The Irrigation Technician must have at least two years of experience related to irrigation systems and have a valid Class “C” California Driver’s License with a safe driving record as required by our insurance company standards. Also have the ability to perform multiple tasks and meet critical deadlines and possess technical knowledge of commercial and landscape maintenance practices. The Irrigation Technician will also have the ability to read, write and speak English and Spanish.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by an employee in this position:

A. Performs job functions timely and efficiently.

· Uphold promote and exceed all standards of safety as described in SGI’s policies and OSHA regulations. Immediate reporting of any employee injuries or liability claims to the PM and the Human Resources Department.

· Generate and implement, and exceed company policy, systems, and procedures of all Field Operations, Safety, Quality Control, and Technical Training Programs.

· Operate, detect, and make necessary repairs to the irrigation system. Accurately read various gauges related to the irrigation system.

· Assist the Production Manager with job quality evaluations of properties and recommend and present information for extra work/work orders to PM.

B. The customer service standards of the organization are reflected in daily work habits.

· Complaints are researched and responded to within 24 hours unless possible to complete same working day.

· Requests from other departments are responded to in a friendly and positive manner within 24 hours unless possible to complete same working day.

· When possible, takes the initiative to offer help to co-workers in overload situations.

· All co-workers and customers are treated courteously.

C. Demonstrates behaviors which are consistent with the Code of Conduct and aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and shared values.

· Reports promptly any suspected or potential violations of laws, regulations, procedures, policies, and practices, and cooperates in investigations and work with PM to coach and counsel employees.

· Conducts all transactions in compliance with all company policies, procedures, standards, and practices.

· Demonstrates knowledge of all applicable compliance and legal requirements of the job based on the scope of practice of the position.

D. Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are professional at all times.

· Excellent attendance record and follows sick, rain day, and vacation day procedures.

· Wears appropriate uniform and PPEs for job functions and ensures personal hygiene, keeping truck, yards, and other work areas in good order.

· Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with customers and staff.

· Represents the organization positively and professionally in the community.

· Always maintains organizational and employee confidentiality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Hearing: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Speaking: Adequate to perform the essential functions of the job, such as clearly communicating with multiple personnel.
• Vision: Normal visual acuity.
• Other: Must be able to prioritize; have cognitive reasoning and problem-solving ability.
• Lifting to 50 lbs.
• Pushing up to 50 lbs.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent qualification

RELATED WORK: Experience:

Irrigation: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification: Driver's License (Required)

WORK LOCATION:

In-person