What are the responsibilities and job description for the Irrigation Service Technician Specialist position at Ryan Lawn & Tree Inc?
Description
Ryan Lawn & Tree is one of the most respected names in lawn and tree care — a $100M company with room to grow across four states: Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our industry, and that starts with hiring great people, treating them right, and giving them the chance to grow with us.
Salary range of $60,000 - $75,000 depending on experience
What You’ll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities)
- Expert Irrigation Service: Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair residential and commercial systems, including controllers, valves, heads, and piping.
- Sales & Consulting: Conduct system audits and recommend water-saving upgrades. We are looking for someone who can identify and sell enhancements that improve the client’s property.
- Seasonal Maintenance: Perform essential startups, shut-downs, and winterizations.
- Client Relations: Provide excellent account management by clearly communicating repairs and service recommendations to customers.
What We Look for in a RYAN Specialist
- Sales Mindset: A background in irrigation sales or the ability to confidently suggest and close system upgrades.
- Customer Service Excellence: Strong relationship-building skills and a "client-first" attitude.
- Problem-Solving Knack: A passion for troubleshooting and finding efficient solutions.
- Collaborative Spirit: A team player who is also comfortable working independently.
- Versatility: A willingness to pivot from irrigation to other departments as needed.
Requirements
- Experience: 2 years in irrigation installation, service, or repair.
- Customer Service: Outstanding interpersonal skills are a must.
- Physical Ability: Must be able to lift 50 lbs., push/pull objects, and walk at least 3 miles per day in diverse weather conditions.
- Driver’s License: Must have a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
** SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION: This is a safety-sensitive position requiring the operation of vehicles and equipment. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.
We hire great people for our employee-owned company. As a member of our team, you'll become a partner in the highest-quality lawn and tree company in the Midwest.
Why work at Ryan?
In addition to being a non-smoking, EEOC-compliant company with real advancement opportunities, we offer:
- Full-time, year-round employment with starting compensation of $60,000 - $75,000 depending on experience, plus bonus opportunities
- Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Flexible work schedule
- Uniforms provided
- 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating personal holiday
- 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000