Aquaman Irrigation Crew Member or Project Manager

Montrose near Western Ave., Chicago IL

Description

We are looking for a few good people to join our team installing and maintaining drip irrigation systems in gardens across Chicago. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a unique seasonal job, working with your hands in the great urban outdoors. We are looking for someone who is reliable and eager to work 3 to 5+ days per week, and yet we can offer some flexibility; we have found this job to be great for people with a second source of income or other time commitment, such as artists, musicians, writers, service professionals, part-time students, etc. We install and maintain above-ground, efficient drip irrigation systems in high-end residential landscapes in Chicago. Prior experience working with watering systems is a plus, but not required. Required qualifications: Valid drivers' license and reliable access to vehicle (jobs are located across Chicago, concentrated on the north side of the city); Ability to quickly learn technical aspects of our irrigation systems to install, maintain and troubleshoot issues; Experience with landscaping, irrigation or manual labor; Attention to detail to make sure all jobs meet our standard of excellence; Ability to handle physical demands of the job (to lift heavy materials, work in inclement weather, fit in small spaces); Good communication skills; Good organizational skills (to track hours, inventory used, work completed, etc.); Ability to work as part of a team as well as work independently and think creatively to solve problems; Interest in learning about drip and micro-irrigation; Positive attitude; Reliable access to smart phone, willingness to use our dispatching and inventory software. Hours: Seasonal, Spring through November, depending on weather. Hours range from 20 to 40 hours per week based on availability and demand; more hours will be given to folks that learn quickly, are reliable, and want to take on more responsibility. To apply: In the body of the e-mail, explain why you would be a good fit. Attach a resume with relevant experience. Qualified applicants will be contacted via phone or e-mail. COVID-19 considerations: We mainly work outside, but if we need to enter customers' homes or apartment buildings to access a deck, typically the customers are wearing masks and keeping distance, and it is for a short time.