Role: Irrigation Operations Manager
Location: Aiken, South Carolina
Work Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Irrigation Operations Manager to lead, grow, and build an established irrigation department.

This is not a maintenance management position. It is an opportunity to take ownership of a business within a business.

The ideal candidate is an entrepreneurial leader who enjoys building teams, developing people, solving customer challenges, embracing technology, and creating profitable growth. If you're energized by taking ownership and making a lasting impact, we'd like to talk with you.

Education/Experience

• Extensive experience in irrigation installation, repair, and troubleshooting.

• Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing teams.

• Experience growing an irrigation service business or department is highly preferred.

• Experience meeting with customers, preparing proposals, and developing business opportunities.

• Experience managing project scheduling, labor, equipment, materials, and billing.

• Experience with Weathermatic SmartLink or other smart irrigation platforms is a plus.

• Experience with Aspire software is a plus.

• Irrigation certifications are preferred.

Skills/Knowledge

• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to think like a business owner.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.

• Ability to identify problems and recommend effective irrigation solutions.

• Comfortable using computers, tablets, mobile applications, and business software.

• Strong communication skills with customers and internal teams.

• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.

• Results-driven with a focus on accountability and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Department Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, coach, and develop a high-performing irrigation team.

• Build systems, processes, and a culture that supports long-term growth.

• Foster an environment where employees take ownership and deliver exceptional work.

Business Development

• Develop and execute strategies to expand irrigation services.

• Identify opportunities within existing customer accounts and establish new client relationships.

• Meet with customers to diagnose irrigation challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.

• Prepare proposals and maintain a healthy sales pipeline to drive profitable growth.

Operations Management

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the irrigation department.

• Ensure projects are scheduled efficiently and completed with high quality.

• Manage labor, equipment, materials, project documentation, proposals, and billing.

• Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvements to department performance.

Technology & Process Improvement

• Become proficient with company operating systems and mobile technology.

• Lead the implementation and utilization of smart irrigation platforms.

• Leverage technology to improve customer service, water management, communication, and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Employee discount.

• Leadership development opportunities.

What Success Looks Like

In this role, you will:

• Build and lead a high-performing irrigation department.

• Develop scalable systems and processes that support long-term growth.

• Deliver exceptional customer service and high-quality project execution.

• Grow profitable revenue through business development and strong client relationships.

• Improve operational efficiency through technology and process improvements.

• Create a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site position.

• High level of autonomy, ownership, and responsibility.

• Opportunity to build and grow an expanding department.

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on leadership and professional growth.

• Direct interaction with customers, field teams, and company leadership.