Irrigation Technician

About the Position

Our Irrigation Technicians play a critical role in the health and vitality of our clients’ landscapes, ensuring that turf, plants, and gardens receive adequate watering to thrive. Working closely with our maintenance and design-build teams, our irrigation technicians ensure that each project meets client specifications and supports landscape sustainability. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of high-end residential and commercial projects, making a meaningful impact in every season.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine irrigation maintenance for existing clients, including start-ups, blowouts, diagnostics, repairs, and adjustments.
• Install and configure new irrigation clocks; set and fine-tune clock settings for efficient watering schedules.
• Support landscape construction teams with drip and/or spray head irrigation installations for new plantings.
• Connect new irrigation installations to existing systems and adjust lawn irrigation heads (move, add, or cap) as required.
• Work collaboratively across teams to ensure optimal water delivery to plants, trees, and turf.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of irrigation experience, with a strong knowledge base in drip, microdrip, spray heads, and irrigation clocks.
• Understanding of the specific water needs of various plant materials and turf.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for effective client and team interaction.
• Ability to track time and materials with precision.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: To be discussed with successful applicants to ensure fair and competitive compensation.
• PTO: Paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy the benefit of paid holidays as part of our company’s commitment to team well-being.

Licensing Requirements

* Must hold a valid Massachusetts driver’s license.

If you’re passionate about landscaping and irrigation and are seeking to grow with a family-owned business that values quality, teamwork, and client satisfaction, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and join our team at Downer Brothers Landscaping, Inc.