Irrigation Technician
$51,480–$51,480 year
On-siteCarlsbad, California, United States
Carlsbad, California, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$51,480–$51,480 yearHigh School Or EquivalentEnterprise
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentEnterprise
Job Summary
Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems including valves, controllers, drip lines, and sprinklers. Troubleshoot issues such as leaks, broken lines, and electrical problems while reading blueprints and adjusting controllers for seasonal needs. Load and unload work vehicles, maintain tools and inventory, and fill out daily time and material reports. Operate hand tools and power equipment safely in wet, outdoor environments with frequent bending, climbing, and extreme temperature exposure. Monitor water usage to ensure compliance with local regulations and efficient system performance.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
- Standing: Constant 100%
- Walking: Constant 100%
- Sitting: None 0%
- Lifting/Carrying: 0–10 lbs: Constant 80%
- Lifting/Carrying: 10–25 lbs: Constant 80%
- Lifting/Carrying: 25–50 lbs: Constant 80%
- Lifting/Carrying: 50+ lbs: Occasionally team lift: 50% of the time
- Pushing/Pulling: Frequent 80%
- Reaching: Below waist: Frequently 90%
- Reaching: Waist to shoulder: Frequently 90%
- Reaching: Overhead: Occasionally 10%
- Bending/Stooping: Frequently 100%
- Twisting: Frequently 100%
- Kneeling/Crouching: Frequently 100%
- Climbing (stairs/ladders): Occasionally 50%
- Manual Dexterity (hands/fingers): Typing, handling small objects, tools, handling cardboard-Frequently 100%
- Vision Requirements: close vision, distance, color vision, depth perception-Frequently 100%
- Noise Exposure: Moderate-Frequently, Loud-Frequently 100%
- Temperature Exposure: Indoor / Outdoor / Seasonal variations / Extreme conditions, anywhere from 25 degrees to 101 degrees. Frequently 100%
- Work Environment: wet surfaces, heights, confined spaces, chemicals, working both indoors and outdoors Frequently 100%
- Flexible schedule (evenings, weekends, holidays as needed)
Desired Qualifications
- 2+ years irrigation experience preferred
- Knowledge of irrigation systems, hydraulics, and basic electrical
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Familiarity with controllers (Rain Bird preferred; Maxicom/CCU a plus)
- Ability to read blueprints and technical diagrams
- Understanding of water conservation practices
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