Irrigation Technician at Solar Landscape

Clackamas, Oregon, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
LandscapingIndustries

Requirements

  • At least 3 years experience with irrigation systems (experience with residential systems is preferred). Certification or a degree in a related field can be a substitution for work experience
  • Backflow certificate for Oregon or ability to acquire one (HS diploma or GED required)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Tech savvy and willing to learn new systems when needed
  • Possess a valid and insurable driver's license
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Able to walk through maintenance accounts, through all types of terrain
  • Ability to bend, stoop, kneel & dig
  • Able to drive company assigned vehicle and trailer

Responsibilities

  • Start-ups, winterizations, backflow testing, and general irrigation repair work for residential properties
  • Installation of new irrigation systems and Backflow Preventers
  • Installation and repair of drainage systems and other water control systems

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Irrigation RepairBackflow TestingIrrigation InstallationBackflow PreventersDrainage SystemsWinterizationIrrigation Start-upsOregon Backflow Certification

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Irrigation Technician position?

Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, PerkSpot, long-term disability and life insurance, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement after one year of service.

Is this Irrigation Technician role remote or office-based?

The position is based out of the Clackamas location, servicing residential customers throughout the Portland Metro area, with a full-time on-site work schedule generally from 7:00am - 5:30pm Tuesday - Friday.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Irrigation Technician role?

Candidates need at least 3 years experience with irrigation systems (residential preferred), a Backflow certificate for Oregon or ability to acquire one (with HS diploma or GED), strong communication skills, tech savviness, and a valid driver's license. Physical ability to lift 50 lbs, work on various terrains, bend, stoop, kneel, dig, and drive company vehicles is also required.

What is the company culture like at Solar Landscape for this role?

The company emphasizes working with the best in the field on large, complex landscape projects, learning from top experts, sharing best practices across a nationwide network, and being part of an award-winning, eco-friendly, customer-focused landscape contractor.

What makes a strong candidate for the Irrigation Technician position?

A strong candidate has 3+ years of residential irrigation experience, holds or can obtain an Oregon Backflow certificate, demonstrates strong communication and tech skills, and meets the physical requirements for fieldwork.

Solar Landscape

Community solar projects for local energy access

About Solar Landscape

Solar Landscape provides community solar projects in New Jersey, allowing residents to access solar energy without needing to install panels on their own properties. The company partners with commercial real estate owners, municipalities, and non-profits to install large-scale solar systems, generating renewable energy that is distributed to the community. This model makes solar power accessible to renters and low-to-moderate income households, while also reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. Solar Landscape aims to transform the energy landscape by making solar power affordable for all and supporting environmental sustainability.

Wall Township, New JerseyHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$826.8KTotal Funding
PROJECT_REAL_ESTATE_INFRASTRUCTURE_FINANCECompany Stage
EnergyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation

Risks

Grid interconnection delays could impact timely project completion and energy distribution.
Labor shortages may hinder expansion plans and hiring goals for 2024.
Potential policy changes could affect reliance on incentives and tax credits.

Differentiation

Solar Landscape focuses on community solar projects, making solar accessible to diverse communities.
The company partners with commercial real estate owners to utilize large rooftop spaces.
Solar Landscape's model allows solar benefits without individual rooftop installations, aiding renters.

Upsides

Secured $847 million in 2024, enabling over 200 commercial rooftop installations.
Partnerships with investors like KeyState Renewables enhance financial stability and growth.
Expansion into states like Maryland and Illinois opens new market opportunities.

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