Commercial Irrigation Technician

About Franz Witte

Franz Witte is a three-department company with divisions in landscape construction, commercial landscape maintenance, and garden center retail. With nearly 170 employees, we have been building and maintaining distinctive, reputable, and exceptional landscapes in Idaho since 1971. If you are a purpose-driven team player with a tenacity to learn, apply to become part of the flock today.

Position Summary

We are searching for a Commercial Irrigation Technician to support our growing team. You will be responsible for the programming, service, and repair of irrigation systems as directed by clients, field managers, and account managers. This role will help our team provide the highest quality service by keeping client landscapes healthy and living.

Responsibilities

• Assist with start-up and winterization of irrigation systems
• Program irrigation clocks and monitor site conditions regularly

• Troubleshoot irrigation issues, make recommendations and estimates to clients

• Accurately track time and material for repairs

• Maintain timely work, safety meeting, and training attendance

• Winter snow removal
• Work 10+ hours a day Monday-Friday, some Saturdays as the season requires

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in wire tracing and troubleshooting of conventional and 2-wire systems
• Proficient English and communication skills with crew and clients
• Adept in operating all equipment and tools used on jobsite
• Basic knowledge of landscape installation and maintenance
• Ability to lift 50lbs and work outside in all 4 seasons
• Dependable, enthusiastic, and willing to learn and work hard
• Valid driver's license

Compensation & Benefits

Wage DOE: $20 - $25 hourly

Company truck for use to and from work

Sign-on bonus up to $600

Benefits include Health, Life, STD, Accident, Dental, 401K with company match, PTO, Holiday Pay, Phone Reimbursement Allowance, and company discounts.

All employees are subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.