Licensed Landscape Irrigator (Full-Time)
Overview Join the premier team at The Garden of Eden Lawn and play a vital role in managing water efficiency and system health across the Permian Basin. This full-time position offers an energetic environment where your expertise in commercial and residential irrigation systems will take the lead. You will be responsible for ensuring our clients' systems are pristine, legally compliant, and optimized for the unique West Texas climate. If you are a dedicated professional who thrives working outdoors and excels at troubleshooting, installation, and client satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career with an established local leader.
The Details
- Schedule: Full-time, typically 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Availability: Must be willing to work some weekends or emergency service calls as needed.
- Location: Covering properties across Midland and Odessa, TX.
Responsibilities
- Irrigation Management & Installation: Layout, design, install, and modify irrigation systems, components, and smart controllers to ensure optimal watering efficiency.
- System Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex commercial and residential irrigation issues, including main lines, lateral lines, valves, wiring, and backflow assemblies.
- Water Conservation & Programming: Program smart controllers and weather-based systems to maximize turf health while conserving water in strict accordance with Midland and Odessa local drought restrictions.
- Equipment Operation: Safely operate trenchers, boring equipment, hand tools, power tools, and specialized diagnostic machinery required for irrigation projects.
- Compliance & Documentation: Maintain detailed service logs, map system layouts, and ensure all work strictly adheres to TCEQ regulations and city codes.
- Professionalism & Teamwork: Maintain a proactive, client-focused attitude while servicing high-visibility commercial sites and premier residential estates. Coordinate effectively with our maintenance crews to ensure seamless landscape health.
Experience & Requirements
- Licensing: Must possess a valid Landscape Irrigator License (LI) issued by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). TCEQ Technician (IT) license with extensive experience may be considered.
- Technical Skills: Proven experience in reading blueprints, layout design, and diagnosing electrical and hydraulic irrigation issues. Mechanical knowledge of small machinery and trenchers is essential.
- Specialized Knowledge: Deep familiarity with Permian Basin soil conditions, local water quality impacts on equipment, and modern water-efficient technologies.
- Safety & Teamwork: A strong understanding of safety procedures, utility marking protocols (811), and excellent communication skills are required.
- Stamina & Logistics: Ability to handle demanding physical labor, lift up to 50 lbs, and work outdoors in extreme West Texas weather conditions. A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required to operate company service vehicles.
Embark on a fulfilling career where your specialized expertise keeps West Texas green and sustainable! Apply today to join the crew.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Irrigator License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Midland, TX 79701 (Required)
Work Location: In person
