Irrigation Technician - Lead

Sonder Landscaping

is a family-owned business looking for new team members to join the 2026 season. We pride ourselves on our quality of service, which is only possible with skilled teammates, great teamwork, and passion for growth and advancement. With our range of services, including irrigation, landscape design, development, maintenance, and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve when working for us.

We're looking for an experienced Irrigation manager who takes pride in quality work, communicates well with customers, and has the knowledge and ability to diagnose, install, repair, and complete irrigation work independently.

This is not an entry-level position. We are looking for someone with at least 3 years of hands-on experience repairing and maintaining residential and commercial sprinkler systems, including but not limited to manifold and back flow installs, repairs, designing systems, activations, and repairs.

We are looking for someone to not only care for our current clients at the standard they expect but also help grow and develop the department.

Expectations

• Schedule and run a daily route of residential and commercial sprinkler repair appointments
• Diagnose sprinkler system problems and determine the best repair solution
• Complete electrical diagnostics, controller troubleshooting, wiring repairs, and valve troubleshooting
• Repair and replace valves, solenoids, sprinkler heads, nozzles, lateral lines, mainlines, PVC pipe, and poly pipe
• Complete backflow replacements and installations when needed
• Communicate professionally with customers about findings, repairs, and next steps
• Keep detailed and accurate notes for each repair appointment
• Document labor, materials, repair details, photos, and customer concerns as needed
• Keep your truck organized, stocked, and ready for daily work
• Complete fall sprinkler blowouts during the blowout season
• Follow company systems, safety standards, and customer service expectations
• Work independently while still being part of a team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of sprinkler repair experience required, prefer 5 years
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial sprinkler systems
• Ability to diagnose and complete sprinkler repairs without direct supervision
• Experience with electrical diagnostics, controllers, wiring, valves, PVC, poly, heads, nozzles, and general irrigation repairs
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and dependable
• Ability to keep clear and accurate job notes
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Ability to drive a truck with a trailer
• Ability to use a phone or tablet for scheduling, notes, photos, and job documentation
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced seasonal environment

Schedule

This position is Monday - Friday 7:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.

This is a seasonal position with potential for year-round work depending on performance

Salary

$26 - $32 based on skill and experience level, with overtime available

Sonder Landscape

In addition to an exciting, and growing business, you’ll also have benefits of:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus opportunities
• Advancement opportunities
• Continued education

Think you’ve found your crew? Apply today or a resume to info@sonderlawncarelandscaping.com Call 509-995-2533 with additional questions

Sonder is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits

* Paid time off

Work Location: In person