Start Date: Starting immediately or as soon as possible

Position status: seasonal part-time or full-time work until the end of the summer, possibly extended into the fall and re-starting March 2026 (off from December-February), schedule can be arranged in advance with the supervisor and open to four-day work week

Location: primarily around the Cowichan Valley, but could be working anywhere between Nanaimo and Victoria

Compensation: $25/hour, with a possibility for a raise based on performance and experience

About Flow and Grow Irrigation

Flow and Grow Irrigation is a small company that offers something unique— to design and install customized irrigation systems, service and repair existing watering systems, advise on plant and soil health, design a garden or farm plan, and provide services at a variety of scales. We use high quality, durable and reliable products and are committed to environmental sustainability through promoting drip irrigation to save water and using an electric van. Our team combines years of experience and expertise in farming, irrigation, engineering and garden design to deliver irrigation solutions that are efficient. To learn more visit https://flowandgrowirrigation.ca/.

The irrigation technician assistant will join the Flow and Frow Irrigation team, which is based on Hul'q'umi'num people's land in the Cowichan Valley, BC. Our team of three works towards creating a collaborative, supportive and organized work environment.

Position Summary

Flow and Grow Irrigation is expanding and is looking for a new member to join as an irrigation technician assistant. A motivation to work outside doing physical labour and repetitive tasks is essential. This position offers hands-on training in irrigation, so you'll come away with skills in setting up irrigation systems in gardens and farms ranging from small to large. You'll also build employable skills in agriculture, teamwork and communication— ideal for those exploring careers in farming, landscaping or trades. We're looking for someone who is dependable, eager to learn and enjoys working in a hands-on setting. No prior irrigation experience is necessary abd we'll provide training!

Key Responsibilities

• Digging and pick axing trenches

• Filling trenches

• Putting together irrigation parts

• Laying pipe, drip lines and wire

• Working with different types of pipe and fittings

• Organizing tools

• Using various hand and power tools

• Follow all safety protocols and procedures

Skills and Qualifications

• Interest in irrigation, gardening, plants, farming or trades is a benefit

• Ability to work independently

• Able to work in all weather conditions doing physically demanding labour

• Dependable, organized and able to follow instructions well

• Previous experience with landscaping, hardscaping, gardening, trades, irrigation or farming is an asset, but not required

• Knowledge about plants and soil health is also an asset, but not required

• Enthusiasm for learning

• Have physical endurance (able to work standing, kneeling, bending, lifting repeatedly, some heavy lifting up to 20kg)

• Able to practice self-care (e.g. hydration, sun-smart, rest, stretching)

Equity at Flow and Grow Irrigation

We hold a deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity as core principles of our company and welcome a diversity of people to work for us, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+, among other communities.

Submission Details

Please email us at [email protected] with your resume, no cover letter is required. Then we will get back to you to set-up a phone or video call or meet in person. We will let you know immediately if we can hire you for a trial week, which you will be paid for. After this, we will let you know if you're hired and get you on to our payroll.