Join Our Irrigation Labour Crew

We are looking for strong, hardworking team players with an outdoor spirit, coupled with drive and commitment.

Why Work At University Sprinklers?

While irrigation is a seasonal business, our Installation Labour Crew typically work full time, 11 – 12 months per year.

Do you want to work with an established, reputable and growing company that pays its employees well?

University Sprinklers offers opportunities for advancement, a flexible seasonal schedule, plus potential for personal and professional growth.

Does this sound like you?

You are happy to work outdoors in all weather
You are physically fit and like to work hard
You work well in a team
You are honest, trustworthy, respectful and presentable
You are self-motivated and have demonstrated a solid work ethic
You have a proactive, hard-working and flexible can-do attitude
You are 17 years or over.

We are hiring Irrigation Labour

University Sprinklers is the largest irrigation and landscape lighting installation and service company in Canada. We have a dedicated team of over 100 employees, offering services to over 10,000 commercial and residential clients, from Whistler to Hope, on the Sunshine Coast and on many of the Gulf Islands. Our head office is in Delta, but we offer service and installation from a network of over 55 decentralized service and installation vehicles.

A strong commitment to quality and customer service fuels our continued annual growth.

Interested?

Apply Today!

Benefits of joining our Labour Crew team include...

Earn $20 – $25 per hour as a practicing crew member
Opportunities for advancement to Installation Foreman and Service Technician roles
Over-time hours available, but not mandatory
Paid training; in-house and on-the-job, plus industry-specific training and certifications (at our cost)
Opportunity for quick advancement, with ambitious and professional behavior rewarded
Dynamic and diverse locations and responsibilities
Accommodating scheduling which can allow for travel, play and school during our slower seasons if an individual chooses

Your job duties:

Your role is to provide manual labour assistance on various tasks as outlined by the Foreman. Typical tasks include but are not limited to:

Trenching and back-filling
Manual labour
Assembling sprinkler heads and gluing, cutting, and installing PVC pipe
Maintaining a tidy work space
Working in compliance with University Sprinklers’ Safety Policy
Following Foreman and Sales Representative instructions
Submitting work time sheets to the Payroll Office
Arriving at job sites on time
Communicating clearly with your Foreman
Being professional and courteous at all times.

Are you qualified? Here's what you need:

A high standard of professionalism and character
A willingness to learn on the job and perform
A willingness to learn to install and program irrigation controllers
Minimal understanding in wiring and installing landscape lighting
Experience in a labour position is preferred but not necessary
A personal vehicle is not necessary, but valued
The ability to operate tools and equipment in a safe and responsible manner
The ability to work effectively individually or in a team
A formal education is valued, but not mandatory
A desire to learn is appreciated.

University Sprinklers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, colour, religion, national origin or any other characteristic protected by law.

Check out our comprehensive package:

Earn a wage of $20-25 per hour
Paid overtime and stat holidays
Potential for rapid internal promotion to Foreman roles
Paid travel between job sites during the workday
Paid training and education for industry-specific certifications through industry associations like the IIABC
Company apparel, and a potential allowance for work gear
Possibility of company transportation to job sites (not guaranteed)
Monthly breakfast meetings

Labour Crew Job FAQs

What does my work week look like?

Your Foreman will contact you the day/evening before to give you the location of your next day’s project. Some weeks, you will work on the same site for days at a time, and other weeks, you may go from site to site. There is a lot of variety each week.

How long is each project?

It depends. Commercial projects may take up to at least one full week. Residential projects usually take 2 to 3 days to install.

Can I ask for time off?

Yes, however, because this is a seasonal position, time off is limited. Most importantly, you must book your time off at least one week in advance.

How long do people normally stay in the training role?

As long as necessary, but training usually takes 2-12 weeks, depending on your prior experience and willingness to learn.

If I don’t want to stay in Labour Crew, what other roles are available to me?

Depending on our need and your drive, opportunities to be Installation Foreman and subsequently, Service Technician or Sales Representative are available.

Can I earn more than the advertised wage?

Yes. Because of the nature of our busy season which is March to September, we often require labour crew to work longer hours and weekends. This is paid as overtime wages.

Does the position require travel outside the local area?

University Sprinklers has customers all over the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Therefore, in most cases this position requires you to travel to job sites across this area. That said, we make every effort to either position you with a Foreman close to your area, or on job sites close to your area, in order to minimize your travel time to and from work.

What support does University Sprinklers have to make me successful?

We have the tools and equipment, either in your vehicle, or at the company headquarters in Delta, to complete any repairs or additions you are scheduled to perform.
We have a strong training program and mentorship program that will guide you from your first day.
We have supportive office staff to help with back-end compliance and paperwork.
We have dedicated, experienced staff who are available 24-7 to advise you about any company-related inquires or issues.

Will I be driving a company vehicle?

No, you will not be required to drive a company vehicle.

Is travel time paid for?

Travel between job sites within your workday is paid. Time spent from home to the first site and from last site to home is not paid.

What is the season?

Our typical season runs mid January to mid December, and in some cases year round for staff that wish to work full time, but that we can also fully accommodate shortened seasons for post-secondary education, travel, etc.

What do I need to supply?

Bring common sense, a good attitude, and a desire to learn. You must be willing to work hard. You must be able to learn quickly. You must have a desire to do things properly.You must be punctual.

It is common for people working at the correct pace to sweat, and be dirty by the end of the day!

And you need steel-toe boots.

Join Our Growing Team. Apply Today!