Irrigation Foreman

Job Summary

• The Irrigation Foreman detects and makes repairs to the irrigation system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Detect and repair the irrigation system
• Read and interpret various gauges related to the irrigation system
• Manage employees and oversee production in the field
• Ensure a safe environment for other workers and vendors, clients and for all employees
• Operate light/heavy equipment effectively and according to all regulations
• Ensure that equipment is maintained and managed; alert supervisors if there are any issues
• Report any problems with job site or equipment immediately
• Demonstrate role model behaviors on ethics and integrity as promote company culture       

Education and Experience:

• Commercial irrigation installation experience - minimum 2 years of experience in irrigation
• Strong work ethic - Knowledge of blueprints
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
• Irrigation certification is a plus

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/up to 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Be at least 18 years old (21 if operating company provided vehicles)
• Possess strong stamina and have the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• Able to safely operate landscaping equipment (e.g., mowers, trimmers, blowers, edgers).
• Able to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, stand, walk continuously throughout the day and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Able to perform manual labor using a variety of hand tools (e.g. shovels, rakes)
• You are able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (e.g., safety shoes, high-visibility clothing, hand protection, eye protection, hearing protection, head protection)
• Landscapers who will be operating a BrightView fleet vehicle are required to have a valid driver’s license and meet company standards as it relates motor vehicle performance identified on a state issued motor vehicle record check.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays if needed.
• Ability to maintain, in your possession at all times, required medications to address any known allergic reactions should they occur.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work outdoors/indoors in moderate to extreme weather conditions (e.g., temperatures more than 100°F, temperatures below 32°F, various levels of humidity)
• Ability to work in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors near automotive traffic, bodies of water, fumes, dust, mechanical and/or electrical hazards.
• Ability to work in environments where extended periods of loud noise are present.
• Ability to work in environments where exposure to allergens such as pollen and rag weed, insects such as bees and spiders and reptiles such as lizards and snakes. 

BrightView Landscapes, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.