Job Description

What We Offer

At SavATree, your success is our priority. Here’s how we invest in you:

• Compensation: Competitive pay based on experience, with opportunities for growth as you expand your skills and certifications. This position pays $20-$30/hr based on experience.
• Benefits: Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Time Off: Paid time off and paid holidays to support your work/life balance.
• Training & Development: Hands-on training in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining irrigation systems, with continuing education opportunities.
• Team & Collaborative Environment: Work alongside highly skilled irrigation professionals in a safety-first culture.
• Tools for Success: Access to modern equipment, tools, and resources that help you deliver top-quality service and grow your expertise.

As an Irrigation Specialist at SavATree, you will be responsible for the repair, maintenance, and enhancement of our clients’ irrigation systems. You will be involved in all aspects of irrigation work, including troubleshooting water and pressure issues, repairing and replacing heads and nozzles, replacing valves, and other system maintenance (excluding full installations). You will also have the opportunity to identify and upsell enhancements to improve customers’ properties. You’ll work safely and efficiently, delivering exceptional service that preserves the health and beauty of landscapes.

What a Day is Like

• Diagnose and repair irrigation system problems.
• Replace and maintain sprinkler heads, nozzles, valves, and controllers.
• Perform routine system maintenance to ensure optimal operation.
• Identify opportunities for system improvements and communicate recommendations to clients.
• Operate equipment safely and maintain service vehicles and tools.

About You

You are:
• Skilled at troubleshooting and repairing irrigation systems.
• Able to perform strenuous manual work in various weather conditions.
• Independent, resourceful, and able to “think on your feet.”
• Knowledgeable in turfgrass, plant care, and water conservation principles.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Experienced with hand tools, valves, compressors, timers, and backflows (soldering experience a plus).

What is Essential

• Willingness to complete required trainings to obtain certifications/licenses.
• Desire to work outdoors.
• Valid driver’s license to operate service vehicles (CDL a plus).
• Authorization to work lawfully in the U.S.

Physical Demands

These physical demands must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.

About SavATree

SavATree was founded 45 years ago with a mission to preserve and care for the nation’s trees, plants, and landscapes. Over the last three decades, we have expanded nationally, building a diverse team of talented professionals committed to delivering industry-leading tree, shrub, lawn, and irrigation services. We are a values-driven organization rooted in teamwork, integrity, respect, and environmental stewardship. At SavATree, we give employees the tools, opportunities, and training they need to grow. That’s why we say: When you work here, you thrive here.

Equal Opportunity

SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.