Irrigator

Irrigator Location: Fillmore Schedule: Full-Time | Outdoor Yard Role Compensation: $17.59-$18.39 The Role Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is seeking a dependable Irrigator to support plant health and seasonal watering requirements across designated nursery sections. The Irrigator is responsible for ensuring plant material receives appropriate water based on seasonal conditions, weather patterns, and direction from the Irrigation Crew Lead or Yard Management.

This role plays a critical part in maintaining plant quality, preventing loss, and supporting overall nursery standards. What You’ll Do Water assigned sections according to seasonal and weather-based needs Ensure valves are properly shut off and hoses are secured after use Perform basic irrigation repairs using poly tubing Identify and report leaks or system issues to the Crew Lead or Yard Management Apply dry fertilizer as directed Hand-pull weeds in tree boxes and containers Support tree staking and top-tying maintenance Maintain plant health and general nursery presentation Assist other nursery departments as needed standards What You Bring Required Basic knowledge of plant identification Ability to follow seasonal watering direction and instructions Attention to detail and consistency in daily execution Ability to work independently within assigned sections Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions Preferred Irrigation system experience Nursery or landscape experience Work Environment & Expectations This is a physically demanding outdoor role performed in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, wind, rain, and excessive moisture.

Work is conducted on uneven ground surfaces with extensive walking required. Physical requirements include: Standing or walking for extended periods Frequent bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling Lifting up to 25 lbs (75% of the time) Team lifting up to 50 lbs (25% of the time) Gross grasping for valve operation and irrigation material handling PPE is required as applicable.

If you're a dependable team member who understands the importance of plant health, seasonal awareness, and disciplined execution, we’d like to speak with you.

Benefits

401(k) with 4% company match (when eligible) Kaiser HMO and Anthem EPO medical plans (employer contribution provided) Basic Life Insurance Dental, Vision, and voluntary insurance options Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay Why Devil Mountain? Founded in Northern California in 1995, Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery has grown from a small horticultural brokerage into one of the leading wholesale nurseries in the region, with growing grounds and selling locations across Northern and Southern California.

We are committed to delivering the highest quality plants, expert product knowledge, and exceptional service to the landscape trade. Everything we do is focused on helping our customers succeed. Our employees are our roots. We foster a supportive, team-oriented, and performance-driven environment where accountability matters, commitments are honored, and strong work ethic is recognized.

We invest in developing our people and building careers that grow alongside the company. Employment Eligibility Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery participates in E-Verify. All newly hired employees are required to complete Form I-9 and participate in the E-Verify employment eligibility verification process. Devil Mountain Wholesale Nursery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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