Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand

About Us....HML Contracting Ltd. is a well-established landscaping and maintenance contractor providing high-quality irrigation, landscape construction, and maintenance services throughout St Albert, Edmonton and surrounding areas. We are safety-driven, quality-focused, and take pride in delivering professional results to our clients.

We are currently seeking an experienced Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand to lead crews, oversee irrigation installations and repairs, and support field operations.

Position Summary

The Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand is responsible for supervising irrigation crews while performing hands-on installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential and commercial irrigation systems. This role requires strong technical competence, leadership ability, and a commitment to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise irrigation crews on daily job sites
- Install, maintain, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems
- Coordinate daily tasks, materials, and equipment
- Ensure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards
- Perform system start-ups, adjustments, and winterization
- Troubleshoot electrical, valve, controller, and water pressure issues
- Read and interpret irrigation designs, drawings, and site plans
- Complete and document daily site safety meetings and FLHAs
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, clients,



and crew members
- Train and mentor junior irrigation technicians and laborers
- Operate tools and equipment safely (trenching equipment, pipe cutters, hand tools, etc.)
- Assist with other landscape or maintenance tasks as required

Qualifications & Experience

- 3–5+ years of experience in irrigation installation and repair
- Previous lead hand or supervisory experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of commercial and residential irrigation systems
- Experience with low-voltage electrical troubleshooting
- Ability to read blueprints and irrigation plans
- Physically fit and able to perform outdoor work in varying weather conditions
- Robust leadership, organization, and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with clean abstract
- Ability to safely operate job-related equipment
- Landscape or horticulture experience is an asset

Certifications (Assets)

- Backflow Assembly Tester Certification
- Plumbing or Gas Fitting Ticket
- CSTS 2020
- Whmis 2015
- Ground Disturbance II

What We Offer

- Competitive wages based on experience
- Leadership role with growth opportunities
- Supportive team and safety-first work culture
- Opportunity for long-term or permanent employment
- Diverse projects across Edmonton and surrounding areas

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📌 Irrigation Technician – Lead Hand (Edmonton)
🏢 HML Landscape Designnstruction
📍 Edmonton