Irrigation Technician

Job overview

The Irrigation Technician role is an onsite, full-time, year-round position in Dallas, TX. Pay is $18–$20 per hour. The technician supports the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden’s mission to enrich lives through beauty, learning, and connection. The role maintains and repairs irrigation systems to support the health and appearance of plants and landscapes throughout the garden. It helps ensure efficient system operation through inspections, scheduling, documentation, coordination, and safe equipment use.

What you'll do

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems
• monitor irrigation schedules and inspect systems
• report significant problems
• coordinate support staff on larger projects
• assist with contractor oversight as directed
• maintain daily logs and documentation
• contribute to written operating procedures
• communicate supply needs
• operate and maintain tools, vehicles, and equipment
• assist with special events
• perform physical work in varied weather conditions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

irrigation technician

full-time

dallas tx

dallas arboretum

botanical garden

irrigation systems

landscape maintenance

pump operations

monday–friday

6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

occasional weekend on-call

$18–$20/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive healthcare, 401(k), and paid time off.

Why this role

Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; occasional weekend on-call shifts and weekend or holiday availability may be required.

About the employer

Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden is hiring for this role. Industry: Zoos and Botanical Gardens. Sector: 71.