Irrigation Operation Manager

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.