Irrigation Technician

Unlock Your Potential as a **Landscape Irrigation Technician** with KHS Landscape Professionals

Ready to contribute your skills to landscape construction projects and services? Become an integral part of KHS Landscape Professionals as an Irrigation Technician. Work hands-on to enhance, install and service efficient irrigation systems, making a significant impact on outdoor spaces.

**Why Choose KHS Landscape Professionals**:
Elevate your career against the stunning backdrop of the Okanagan Valley with KHS Landscape Professionals. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that prioritizes customer satisfaction, quality service, and a positive working environment. We specialize in crafting high-end residential masterpieces, setting industry standards and fostering a dynamic work environment. Join us for a competitive wage, abundant growth opportunities, and a positive company culture that celebrates diversity.

**Key Attributes We Value**
- **Customer and Quality Focus**: Our customers are our top priority, and we strive for excellence in every aspect of our work.
- **Effective Communication**: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for success in our collaborative environment.
- **Teamwork**: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve common goals.
- **Problem Solving**: Bring your excellent problem-solving abilities to the forefront as we tackle various challenges in grounds maintenance.
- **Responsibility and Dependability**: We count on our team members to be reliable and take ownership of their responsibilities.
- **Ethics and Integrity**: Uphold the highest ethical standards in all your interactions, ensuring trust and credibility.

**Your Impactful Role**

As an Irrigation technician, you'll be a vital member of both our construction and maintenance teams. Your responsibilities include:

- Install and troubleshoot sprinkler systems, removing old systems and updating equipment.
- Accurately track parts and maintain record for each job before, during, and after to confirm parts used.
- Set and maintain times on computer and electronic valve clocks, troubleshooting computerized electronic systems, irrigation controllers, solenoid valves, and heads of all types.
- Operate machines and trenchers for installing/repairing lines.
- Assist in coordination with other departments or outside contractors.
- Read diagrams and blueprints, locating, and laying out irrigation valves, timers, and wiring.
- Test completed irrigation systems for proper functioning of valves, timers, and coverage.
- Locate, excavate, and repair or replace damaged or malfunctioning equipment.
- Restocking of the van to ensure a supply of necessary parts and equipment.

**What you Bring**
- _**Experience**:_ 1 + years of expertise in landscape irrigation installation, maintenance, repair, or plumbing.
- _**Certification**:_ Possess a Level 1 and/or 2 IABC certification and a valid BC driver’s license.
- _**Communication Skills**:_ Demonstrate exceptional written and spoken communication skills.
- _**Proactive Approach**:_ Be a proactive and organized worker, managing your time to meet deadlines with limited supervision.
- _**Industry Familiarity**:_ Be familiar with current irrigation parts and basic systems.
- _**Adaptability**:_ Willingly adapt to company standards, work closely with Management, and take direction.

**What we Provide**
- **Comprehensive Training**: Receive all necessary training for learning best practices and safety protocols in tool handling, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- **Education Access**:Enjoy the convenience of accessing our online education platform to expand your knowledge base at your own pace. A variety of curated courses, webinars, and resources available anytime, anywhere.
- **Inclusive Work Environment**: Join a workplace that is open, inclusive, and free of harassment.
- **Recognition and Incentives**: Benefit from performance reviews, targets, and incentives that acknowledge your hard work.
- **Company Events**:Engage in company events and celebrations of shared "wins."
- **Supportive Team**:Become part of a strong working team environment with a supportive management team.

**Join Us for a Season of Growth**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: $22.00-$35.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

**Language**:

- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- Kelowna, BC V4V 2K5 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Kelowna, BC V4V 2K5: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person