Irrigation Technician at SS Landscaping Services – Tacoma, Washington

SS Landscaping Services, Inc. is looking for to add another Irrigation Technician to our Service Group. A brief introduction to our company is provided followed by the description of the open position and our desired requirements. We offer highly competitive wages, health and dental benefits, skill(s) training, 401K, vacation time and YEARLY BONUSES.

Duties (Condensed List):

• Perform irrigation start-ups and winterizations and associated maintenance for interior POC's i.e. mechanical rooms, as well as exterior.
• Expert knowledge and ability to diagnose functional issues with drip irrigation, spray systems, two wire and conventional wired systems and associated components (mainline, laterals, double-check assemblies, all irrigation timers).
• Expert knowledge and ability in all phases/components of irrigation installation.
• Solve small Sprinkler problems ( wire valves, fix leaks, mend broken sprinkler heads ) to make systems work properly
• Assures activities are carried out in a professional, safe and efficient manner.
• Contacts account representatives to resolve problems, answer questions and provide site status, as appropriate.
• Responsible for security, operator maintenance and proper use of all assigned equipment (truck and tools).
• Must demonstrate leadership at all times.

Requirements:

• Is able to review, comprehend and apply plans and specifications corresponding with each project.
• Can read and write proficiently in the English language.
• Ability to communicate verbally to the necessary personnel.
• Must have valid Washington State driver license.
• High School education or General Education Degree (GED), minimum.
• Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in the landscape and irrigation field/industry.
• Is physically capable of accomplishing the physical labor associated with landscape construction.
• Physical ability to perform duties and tolerate job related materials and severe weather conditions.

SS Landscaping Services, Inc. provides complete landscaping services including irrigation and landscape design, irrigation and landscape installation, and full service landscape maintenance. The company was established in 1978 and has grown steadily due to high performance standard and business integrity. Join our Team!