Irrigation Field Manager in San Leandro, California at Terra Landscape

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Irrigation Field Manager (Exempt)About Terra Landscape

Terra Landscape is an award-winning landscape management company proudly serving the Bay Area for over 50 years. We provide landscape maintenance services for HOA, commercial, and municipal properties, with a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and employee development.

Learn more at www.terralandscape.com.

Position Summary

The Irrigation Field Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing the daily field operations of the Irrigation Department. This role leads a team of Irrigation Technicians while ensuring high standards of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service across multiple commercial properties.

The position focuses on field leadership, system troubleshooting, team development, client communication, water management, and meeting established production and profitability targets. The Irrigation Field Manager helps ensure work is completed efficiently, crews achieve billable production goals, costs are controlled, and the department contributes to the company's financial success.

Working closely with the Director of Operations and Area Managers, the Irrigation Field Manager prioritizes work, inspects completed projects, develops irrigation proposals, and ensures crews have the tools, training, and support needed to succeed.

This is a full-time, exempt position working Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM. Occasional after-hours response to irrigation emergencies may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop Irrigation Technicians through daily field support and training.
• Schedule and coordinate daily work to maximize productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Inspect irrigation systems, diagnose issues, and perform hands-on repairs when needed.
• Program and troubleshoot smart irrigation controllers and recommend water-saving improvements.
• Ensure crews consistently meet production goals and company quality standards.
• Conduct field inspections, monitor productivity, and maintain quality control.
• Communicate with clients and property managers regarding repairs, recommendations, and system performance.
• Assist with irrigation proposals, estimates, and system improvements.
• Maintain accurate records for labor, materials, inspections, and service reports.
• Promote a positive safety culture through coaching and regular safety meetings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial irrigation experience, including 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of irrigation troubleshooting, hydraulic systems, valves, controllers, and drip irrigation.
• Experience reading irrigation plans and as-built drawings.
• Proficient with smartphones, email, and Microsoft Excel.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Backflow certification and recycled water experience are a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors year-round and perform the physical demands of the position.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 to $85,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Monthly performance bonus eligibility.
• Company vehicle with gas card.
• Company phone and laptop.
• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, paid sick leave, and 8 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and education assistance.
• Opportunities for advancement.

Join Terra Landscape and help lead one of the Bay Area's premier commercial irrigation teams while making a lasting impact on our employees, clients, and communities.