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Irrigation Technician (Portage) Chauffeur's license required - Certification preferred

BrightView

Portage, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$17–$21 Per Hour
SKILLS
Auditing, Blueprints, Career Development, Communication Skills, Driver's License, Electrical Components, Federal Laws and Regulations, Flow Meter, Microsoft Office, Mobile Devices, Multilingual, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Small Company, Spanish Language, Startup, System Operations, Systems Administration/Management, Testing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Portage, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Description


The Best Teams are Created and Maintained Here.


_STARTING PAY RANGE for this role IS $17 - $21 PER HOUR AND COULD INCREASE FROM THERE DEPENDENT UPON PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD._


At BrightView, the best teams are created and maintained here. If you are searching for your next fulfilling career, picture yourself on a best-in-class team where you can grow to be your brightest. We’re looking for an Irrigation Technician. Can you picture yourself here?


_THE PAY RANGE FOR THIS ROLE IS $22-27 PER HOUR. YOUR PAY RATE WILL BE DETERMINED BASED ON PREVIOUS APPLICABLE WORK EXPERIENCE AND ANY CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES YOU HOLD._


This is not an entry-level role . A minimum of 1 year of verified experience as a Landscape Irrigation Technician is required. Applicants must provide previous employer contact information for experience verification .


Minimum Requirements:


+ Valid Driver’s License (Required)

+ Chauffeur’s License or Endorsement (Required)

+ Minimum 1 Year of Experience specifically as a Landscape Irrigation Technician (Required)

+ DDOT Medical Card (Preferred). If not currently held, candidates must be able to pass a DOT-compliant medical exam and drug screening , as required by federal law.


Here’s what you’d do:


An Irrigation Technician is able to foresee potential problems and have the specialty skills needed to solve them. Careful planning and the ability to anticipate issues are qualities which BrightView particularly value. People with your mindset and proactive work-style, are just what our customers expect.


You’d be responsible for:


+ Monitoring and testing new installations, troubleshoot and repair problems, observe pipe and valve placements, and evaluate start-ups, winterization and overall operation of the irrigation system.

+ Conducting and recording detailed inspections and plan/execute upgrades of client systems.


You might be a good fit if you have:


+ A Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification ( preferred but not required ).

+ An understanding in basic irrigation design, irrigation equipment, and electrical principles.

+ Minimum of 5 years’ irrigation experience.

+ Experience with two-wire irrigation systems.

+ Knowledge of irrigation principles and practices such as soil to water and plant relationships.

+ Proficiency using diagnostic tools such as: multimeters, flow meters, fault finders, locators, and leak detectors.

+ Ability to read blueprints.

+ Effective communication skills both written and verbal.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft office software programs and mobile electronic devices.

+ Good knowledge of trenchers, multi-meters, wire locators, ditchers and pipe sizing are also essential.


And while not mandatory, it would be great if you also have:


+ Bilingual in Spanish

+ Ability to create and read site map colored charts/legends


Here’s what to know about working here:


Here at BrightView, we’re as passionate about caring for our clients as we are about caring for each other. Though we’re the nation’s leading landscape company, we maintain a small company feel and supportive environment that makes our team members feel at home.


If you’re looking to join a team of talented go-getters who tackle big vision projects other companies could only dream of, you just might have found your match. With our range of services, including landscape design, development, maintenance and enhancements, there’s no limit to what we can do, and what you can achieve.


Growing Everyday


Like the communities we serve, you are on a constant path of discovery to shape your career and personal development. In addition to best-in-class opportunities and competitive salary, you may be eligible for benefits and perks like:


+ Paid time off

+ Health and wellness coverage

+ RED WING SAFETY BOOT PROGRAM

+ 401k savings plan


Start Your Bright New Career Journey


_BrightView is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer._


_BrightView offers a suite or health, wellness, and financial benefits to full-time team members. Benefits offerings for full-time team members include medical, dental, and vision insurance, ancillary and voluntary products, a 401k savings plan with employer contributions, and 6 to 9 company paid holidays per year. Employees may also be eligible to receive paid time off for vacation and/or sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and/or potential variable pay opportunities based on position and performance. A detailed benefits package will be provided during the interview process_ _._


_It’s Not Just a Team. It’s One BrightView._

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