What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Water/Irrigation position at Moon Valley Nurseries?
Job Details
Description
Job Summary
As a Retail Yard Irrigation Technician at Moon Valley Nurseries, you will play a critical role in maintaining the functionality and efficiency of our irrigation systems. Your primary responsibilities will include inspecting, repairing, and maintaining irrigation equipment to ensure proper water distribution throughout the retail yard. This position requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to environmental sustainability.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct routine inspections all irrigation/spaghetti weekly/monthly
- Diagnose and troubleshoot irrigation system problems, including leaks, clogs, and valve issues.
- Utilize appropriate tools and techniques to perform repairs or replacements of damaged or faulty irrigation components, such as pipes, valves, timers, and controllers. Ensure that all repairs comply with industry standards and regulations. resolve issues promptly and efficiently.
- Maintain and report accurate records of irrigation system maintenance activities, repairs, and replacements, as well as system performance, water usage, and any observed issues or concerns. Communicate findings to the yard manager on shift and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues.
- Demonstrated availability to work any day of the week.
- Other duties and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Ability to perform manual labor.
- Previous experience with operating power tools, hand tools, and other equipment preferred.
- Knowledge of irrigation principles, components, and technologies.
- Ability to follow specific instructions and safety protocols.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Physical requirements/Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to verbally exchange information with colleagues, managers and vendors. The position is active and may require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing throughout the day. The employee must frequently reach for, pull, lift, and/or move items weighing up to and over 75 lbs. The employee must be able to work outdoors for extended periods of time in possibly extreme conditions, including rain, heat, sun, and wind.
OTHER
Subject to MVR and criminal background check in accordance with applicable fair chance laws, rules, and regulations
About Us
Moon Valley Nurseries is the largest grower of box trees and palms in North America and is an industry leader and high growth company that offers competitive salaries with exceptional employee benefits including medical insurance, 401(k), holidays, and PTO to all eligible employees. Moon Valley Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring and other employment decisions without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law. Further, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in accordance with all applicable state and local fair chance laws. We are a Drug Free Workplace.
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Salary : $16 - $25
