Description
Pay: $25.00 – $30.00+ per hour (Based on certification/experience)
Benefits: 401(k) with 5% Company Match, Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Company Service Vehicle & Fuel Card.
Overview:
Sick of the Sewage? Take Your Plumbing Skills to the Clean Air.
If you are a service plumber or a licensed technician tired of crawling under houses, dealing with raw wastewater, and working unpredictable 24/7 on-call weekend shifts, it’s time for a change.
Fairway Lawns is expanding our premier irrigation division in Columbia. We are seeking a skilled diagnostic professional who wants a stable, predictable, daylight-hours career focusing purely on irrigation repairs and advanced backflow testing.
Why people Choose Fairway Lawns:
* Top-Tier Pay: We pay up to $30.00/hr for experienced irrigation techs, and advance immediately to $32.00/hr + overtime if you hold an active South Carolina Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification.
* Unbeatable Retirement: We don't just match your 401(k)—we provide a 5% company match to build your long-term wealth faster than standard plumbing shops.
* Better Quality of Life: Work entirely outdoors in the clean air. Enjoy structured daytime schedules with zero late-night emergency calls and zero sewer work.
* Full Support: We provide a company vehicle, a fuel card, and we fully fund your annual backflow gauge calibrations.
What You Will Do:
* Advanced Diagnostics: Troubleshoot, locate, and repair residential and commercial irrigation issues (head repair and replacement, wire faults, underground leaks, valve tracking, and pressure issues).
* Backflow Certification: Test, troubleshoot, repair, and certify backflow preventer assemblies in compliance with state regulations. (Not necessary but a huge plus)
* Customer Service: Provide professional, clear feedback to homeowners regarding their system diagnostics and water conservation needs.
What We Are Looking For:
* Experience: Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing residential or commercial irrigation systems. (Irrigation or Plumbing background highly preferred).
* Certifications: Active SCDES Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification is a massive plus and unlocks our maximum tier pay rate.
* Reliability: A valid driver's license with a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle.
* Mindset: An analytical thinker who takes pride in flawless diagnostic work and high-quality pipe repairs.
Skills Required
- Experience with residential irrigation repair
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Strong attention to detail and team-oriented mindset
- Experience in irrigation, landscaping, or as a laborer (training provided)
What We Do
Fairway Lawns is a provider of residential and commercial exterior services, including lawn care, pest control, horticultural services, and irrigation maintenance. Established in 1979, the company operates across the Southeastern, Central, and Midwestern United States. They focus on delivering high-quality turf health, weed control, and pest management, maintaining a reputation for service excellence and a commitment to creating beautiful, healthy lawns for their customers.
