No irrigation experience? No problem. If you're reliable, coachable, and want to learn a real trade with a real career path and room for advancement, we'll teach you everything. We're looking for the right attitude, not a resume.
Learn to perform routine skills associated with irrigation management, including digging, pipe repair, head/valve replacement and small equipment operation. Our service techs work with our repair crews to solve the service problem quickly by utilizing the correct machinery and labor to solve the problem. Our techs are not alone - we work as a group to provide the best possible service to our customers.
In addition to paid training, we sponsor the Certified Irrigation Technician (CIT) exam for outstanding apprentices/trainees.
What we are looking for:
- Self starter with a strong work ethic and attendance record
- Reliable transportation to 37209 office location
- Age 21+ with valid driver's license in good standing (in order to be insured by our provider).
- Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds and kneel/bend/stoop for extended periods of time.
- Language: English or Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Someone who is mechanically inclined, even if only for personal projects
- Eagerness to learn and ability to take direction well
- Someone who is looking for a career, not just a paycheck
Your training will include instruction on how to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:
- Repair existing underground sprinkler and drip systems, including malfunctioning heads and nozzles.
- Adjust spray heads for correct coverage.
- Mitigate all irrigation-related safety hazards.
- Operate equipment.
- Apply a surgical approach to all work.
- Maintain professional communication with technicians, irrigation supervisors and the general public.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- Extensive driving and walking. Exposure to weather conditions; pesticides; fertilizers; pollen producing environment; paint and petroleum products
About Aqueduct Irrigation - Southern Light:
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Aqueduct Irrigation - Southern Light has been serving Nashville since 1988.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have any landscaping or similar experience where you performed skilled labor outdoors with exposure to heat/humidity/cold/rain? Please answer yes or no. If yes, please briefly describe. An answer is required. If left blank, your application will be rejected.
- Are you at least 21 years of age? This information is required for our insurer's minimum requirement. Please answer yes or no. If left blank, your application will be rejected.
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
Work Location: In person
