What are the responsibilities and job description for the Irrigation Helper position at Legacy Services & Grounds Maintenance?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Irrigation helper to deliver industry-leading service to our valued clients. The ideal candidate will possess a basic understanding of irrigation practices, including 2-wire, installation, programming, and repair. As an Irrigation Helper, you will help oversee daily operations, ensuring projects are completed efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
Duties
- Lay out and install piping, valves, sprinkler heads, drip lines, controllers, and backflow devices.
- Perform routine checks for leaks, clogged nozzles, malfunctioning valves, or damaged components.
- Adjust sprinkler heads, pressure settings, and timers as needed.
- Diagnose electrical issues in controllers or wiring.
- Repair or replace broken sprinkler heads, valves, pumps, and pipes.
- Correct water pressure problems or uneven coverage.
- Set up irrigation schedules based on weather, soil, and plant needs.
- Update smart irrigation systems or Wi-Fi-enabled controllers.
- Test and calibrate system performance.
- Communicate findings and recommendations to supervisors.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of irrigation system components (sprinkler heads, valves, controllers, pumps, drip systems).
- Basic electrical knowledge for troubleshooting controllers and wiring.
- Basic understanding of hydraulics, water pressure, and flow rates.
- Experience with smart irrigation systems and timer programming.
- Competency with hand tools, power tools, trenchers, and pipe-fitting equipment.
- Ability to lift 40–60 lbs regularly.
- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to dig, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
- Good hand-eye coordination for precise repairs and installations.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Good communication skills for interacting with clients, supervisors, and team members.
- Time management and ability to work as part of a crew.
- Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $21