IRRIGATION & LIGHTING TECHNICIAN
Compensation: $18/hour- $24/hour
Blondie’s Treehouse Inc. is a nationally recognized horticultural firm based in the New York City area. Specializing in the design, installation, and maintenance of Interior Plantscapes, Exterior Landscapes, Floral Artistry and Holiday Décor, Blondie’s has been setting industry standards for over 45 years. As a multi-faceted, dynamic company Blondie’s is known for landscape design and construction, seasonal horticultural styling, rooftop gardens and interior specimen plantings. Always looking for new talent, Blondie’s prides itself on providing the best the industry has to offer.
We are seeking to add a key member to our team. This is a dynamic full-time position that requires a high energy, detail-oriented self-starter who works well independently as well as being a crucial component to the success of the team
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
- Clients/Project Locations- Commercial and Residential in CT, Westchester, NYC and Long Island
- Install, maintain/monitor, troubleshoot/repair irrigation, and low-voltage lighting systems. Irrigation systems to include both conventional and two-wire drip, underground sprinklers and Greenwall systems.
- Activation and winterization of irrigation systems and water features with hand-held compressors, mobile and tow-behind compressors
- Program and set controllers, run diagnostics
- Use power tools and small equipment on installations, copper work with soldered fittings and press fittings
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- Highly Professional
- Positive attitude, dependable, punctual, motivated, good work ethic/hands on, willing to work independently, alongside with a partner or with a team and take direction from managers. Must be able to read, understand and fill out paperwork.
- OSHA required
- This position requires a strong communicator (by phone and email), with an enthusiastic attitude, who is a responsible and reliable person
- 1 year Irrigation experience required
- 1 year lighting technician experience preferred
- Landscape industry experience required. Masonry and carpentry skills welcomed.
- Drive a box truck, step van, van and/or utility truck. With trailer not required, but a plus.
- Must be able to read and speak English and be able to communicate with clients, management, office to ask/answer questions.
- Willing to work 6+ days per week during peak season
CONTACT INFORMATION
Blondie’s Treehouse
Contact Name: Emily Wagner, HR Manager
Email: emily@blondiestreehouse.com
Phone: 914-419-6627
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Horticulture: 1 year (Required)
- Landscaping: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: On the road