What are the responsibilities and job description for the Irrigation Technician position at Fix The Drip?
About us
Fix The Drip, a division of Richard's Garden Center, is one of the Phoenix area's fastest-growing irrigation service companies. We specialize in helping homeowners protect their landscapes through expert irrigation repair, troubleshooting, and water-saving solutions.
We're a small, family-owned company that believes in taking care of both our customers and our employees. If you're motivated, dependable, and enjoy solving problems, you'll have opportunities to grow your career and increase your earnings.
What We Offer
- Performance-based pay with excellent earning potential
- Average starting technician earns approximately $29/hour
- Paid on-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Friendly, team-oriented work environment
- Safe workplace
- Company-provided tools and equipment
- Steady, year-round work
What You'll Do
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain residential irrigation systems.
- Troubleshoot leaks, broken sprinkler heads, valves, drip systems, and controllers.
- Install new irrigation components and system upgrades.
- Program and troubleshoot smart irrigation controllers.
- Perform irrigation inspections and recommend solutions to customers.
- Ensure systems are operating efficiently to conserve water.
- Document completed work and materials used.
- Provide outstanding customer service while representing our company professionally.
What We're Looking For
- Mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
- Experience with irrigation systems is preferred but not required—we can train the right person.
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to work outdoors in Arizona weather.
- Dependable, positive attitude, and willing to learn.
- Ability to work independently while also being a team player.
Compensation
Our technicians are paid using a performance-based compensation system, not a traditional hourly wage. The more efficiently you work while providing excellent customer service, the more you can earn.
To help applicants compare opportunities, our entry-level irrigation technicians have averaged approximately $29 per hour over the past four months. Top-performing technicians earn significantly more.
If you're looking for a job where your effort directly impacts your paycheck, we'd love to meet you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $40