Irrigation Technician Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

Job summary 1

The Irrigation Technician is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the golf course and club. In addition, the position is also responsible for leading and supervising special maintenance and landscaping projects around the course and club.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Repair all 1,200 irrigation heads, wiring, piping, satellites, pumps, valves and trouble shooting
Monitor pump stations daily
Monitor daily water distribution on golf course
Maintain and repair clubhouse lawn and landscape irrigation system
- Tracking lightning damage and adjusting irrigation head GPM output
- Utilize use electronic wire locating devices to repair underground irrigation field wiring
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor or needs of the club

Requirements & Skills 1

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Problem solving and critical thinking skills
- At least 2 years’ experience in golf course maintenance, preferably at a resort golf facility
- Ability to visually inspect golf course
- Ability to perform moderate physical work, may be required to lift 100 lbs. occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. constantly, performing such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, and grasping for up to five hours without sitting

Job summary 2

The Irrigation Technician reports directly to the golf course superintendent and assistant golf course superintendent. Responsibilities include equipment operation, irrigation repair and operation, crew supervision and inspecting golf course conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Occasionally supervises a small labor force for special projects, and performs other duties as directed by supervisor
Reports golf course conditions to the golf course superintendent or assistant golf course superintendent
Opens the maintenance shop and runs operations in the absence of the golf course superintendent and assistant golf course superintendent
Repairs and ensures proper operation of the irrigation system as needed. Waters greens, tees and fairways
Repairs greens with seeds or plugs of new grass when needed
Aerifies greens; verticuts and or mow tees and greens; spikes greens; operates sod cutter, spray rigs for greens and fertilizer spreaders; and mows rough with rotary and operates other equipment as directed
- May be asked to change pins and tee markers
- Ensures a safe work environment
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Requirements & Skills 2

Job summary 3

The Irrigation Technician performs routine labor associated with irrigation management, including digging, pipe repair, head/valve replacement and small equipment operation.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Repairs existing underground sprinkler and drip systems, including malfunctioning heads and nozzles.
Adjusts spray heads for correct coverage.
Mitigates all irrigation-related safety hazards.
Operates equipment.
Applies a surgical approach to all work.
- Maintains professional communication with technicians, irrigation supervisor and the general public.
- Deploys for emergency response due to inclement weather, i.e. snow and ice, tornado or other crisis.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 3

Two years of experience in irrigation repairs.
Ability to repeatedly lift 25 pounds and kneel/bend/stoop for extended periods of time.

Job summary 4

The focus of this Irrigation Technician job centers around producing timely results that are high quality and accurate. Benefiting from an analytical, inquiring, and critical mind, this job requires imagination and strong problem-solving skills, but with a strong technical orientation. The job requires an ability to deal with abstract concepts, systems, and ideas and all of that in an organized and self-disciplined way. It also requires that serious consideration be given to all possibly related facts and potential problems. This job requires deep knowledge and expertise and to do it successfully depends on understanding detailed information. Intellectual confidence is important in this job and to do it well requires close, hands-on involvement, careful follow-up and very disciplined, and limited, delegation. Central to this job is the need to weigh all decisions carefully and thoroughly, based on expertise in order to avoid unpredictable risk.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Testing and assessing irrigation systems. Troubleshooting all types of issues
Locating and repairing leaks
Developing and maintaining your own schedule
Communicating directly with clients to explain the issues and repairs made
- Installing valves and controllers on large commercial projects
- Working with a maintenance supervisor to ensure maintenance property irrigation systems are working efficiently
- Programming controllers and training others on how to program

Requirements & Skills 4

Minimum 1-year experience as an Irrigation Technician
- Ability to operate wire tracking device and other tools for irrigation troubleshooting
- Driver's License and insurable under Company insurance plans
- Great time management to the yard and job sites

Job summary 5

The Irrigation Technician position is expected to repair and install irrigations systems on client properties. This job requires physical abilities such as trunk strength, manual dexterity, and wrist-finger movement in order to perform the essential functions of the position

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Installs new drip and sprinkler systems
Removes old systems and recovers reusable equipment.
Sets and maintains times on computer and electronic valve clocks
Troubleshoots computerized electronic systems, irrigation controllers, solenoid valves, and heads of all types
Maps systems for client plans; may review or make changes to contract specifications.
May instruct others (groundskeepers) in minor irrigation repairs.
- Operates tractors and trenchers to install/repair lines.
- May assist in coordination with other departments or outside contractors.
- Performs other general groundskeeping and maintenance duties as needed and requested.

Requirements & Skills 5

This position requires two years of underground lawn sprinkler system repair and installation experience
Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job summary 6

The Irrigation Technician assists the Superintendent in providing high quality golf courses and total guest satisfaction through proper maintenance and repair of the course irrigation systems.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Repair and maintain irrigation systems.
Perform golf course maintenance activities utilizing proper methods.
- Install irrigation system additions and modifications.
- Attend monthly and weekly staff meetings (including all training and safety meetings).
- Clean maintenance area and equipment.

Requirements & Skills 6

Ability to recognize, communicate and/or resolve irrigation repair and maintenance challenges.
Ability to operate, repair and maintain irrigation system, pump station, irrigation computer system.
Ability to safely operate golf course equipment.
Knowledge of the methods, techniques, tools, and equipment used in golf course irrigation repair and maintenance.
- Ability to work alone with limited supervision, follow instructions and be detail-oriented.
- High School Diploma or equivalent certificate preferred but not required.
- Five years of experience in golf course maintenance.

Job summary 7

We are looking for an Irrigation Technician. This is a hands-on, seasonal position with day-to-day duties that manages and checks irrigation systems by managing all the controller and chain functions of the control. Responsible for testing and repairing irrigation system and performing the operation, installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Requirements & Skills 7

High school diploma or equivalent required.
1-3 years of residential irrigation assembly, troubleshooting & repair experience required.
Technology skills.
Exceptional communication skills.
Experienced in residential landscape irrigation and lighting.
Commitment to the highest quality craftsmanship and customer experience.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Reliable attendance.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.

Job summary 8

We are hiring an experienced Irrigation Technician to support the Facilities Management Team.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Manages the irrigation systems on campus to insure proper watering of turf, trees, bushes, and all other plantings. Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and renovates irrigation systems. Performs other grounds maintenance tasks as assigned.
Responds to assigned work orders in a timely manner, ensures job is completed to the campus standard and closes the work order out through the handheld tablet linked to the CMMS system.
Performs irrigation system task including, but not limited to:
Sets and programs all irrigation controllers.
Troubleshoots computerized electronic systems, irrigation controllers, solenoid valves, and heads of all types.
Initiates corrective action to secure satisfactory standards and timely project completion.
- Repairs and inspects lines, valves, and sprinklers on irrigation systems, installs new drip and sprinkler systems; removes old systems and recovers reusable equipment.
- Operates tractors and trenchers to install system components.
- Other duties as assigned to meet the facilities’ management objectives including campus “Special Events” support and snow removal activities.

Requirements & Skills 8

High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years - experience with stand-alone irrigation systems.
2 years - experience with athletic field turf management and maintenance practices.
2 years - experience with general landscape and hardscape maintenance.
- Driver’s License and clean MVD driving record and the ability to operate campus vehicles and equipment in a safe, responsible manner.
- Ability to use computer tablet to input work order service details in to the CMMS system.
- Must be able to lift heavy objects.

Job summary 9

We are looking for an Irrigation Technician to maintain all Company owned grounds and facilities through routine and special irrigation projects.

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Job summary 10

We are looking for an Irrigation Technician.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Assist with start-up and winterization of irrigation systems
Program irrigation clocks and monitor site conditions regularly
Execute irrigation work related to repairs and maintenance
- Maintain timely work attendance, safety meetings, and training
- Snow removal
- Other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills 10

Good English and communications skills with crew and clients
Track time accurately and timely by project based on tasks and budgets
Proficiency in operating all equipment and tools used on jobsite
Basic knowledge of landscape and irrigation
Be able to lift 50lbs and work outside in all 4 seasons
- Work 10+ hrs. a day Monday through Friday with Saturday work as the season requires
- Able to take instruction and work safely as a team
- Dependable, enthusiastic and willingness to learn and work hard

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