Pond Technician Water Feature Specialist

Build Beautiful Ponds. Work Outdoors. Learn a Specialized Trade.Are you a hardworking, hands-on person who enjoys working outdoors and seeing the results of your work? Aqua Landscapes Inc. is hiring a Pond Technician/Water Feature Specialist to join our growing team. We’re looking for dependable individuals who take pride in quality workmanship and want the opportunity to develop valuable skills in pond maintenance, water-feature construction, landscaping, and repair. Whether you have experience with ponds and landscaping or you’re an experienced tradesperson looking to learn something new, we provide training and hands-on experience to help you succeed. Why Join Aqua Landscapes? $18–$25/hour , based on experience Full-time, year-round opportunity Paid training and hands-on learning Opportunities for career growth and advancement Learn specialized skills in pond and water-feature construction Work outdoors on unique and beautiful projects Join an experienced team with projects throughout Chicagoland and beyond Build skills that can lead to a long-term career in a specialized trade About Aqua Landscapes Inc. Aqua Landscapes Inc. is one of Chicagoland's premier pond and water-feature companies. We specialize in the design, construction, renovation, and maintenance of ponds, streams, waterfalls, and other outdoor water features. Our team has built beautiful water features throughout Chicagoland and across the country. We take pride in creating exceptional outdoor environments and providing outstanding service to our customers. Ready to Work With Us? If you enjoy working with your hands, being outdoors, solving problems, and creating something you can be proud of , this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. Join Aqua Landscapes and learn a specialized trade while building beautiful water features for our customers. Apply today — we’d love to meet you! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18–$25 per hour, based on experience Work Location: In person Primary Location: Carol Stream, IL / Chicagoland job sites Responsibilities: • What You'll Do As a Pond Technician/Water Feature Specialist, your responsibilities will include: Clean and maintain ponds, streams, waterfalls, and other water features Drain and safely store pond water using pumps and tanks Carefully net, handle, and reacclimate fish Remove debris and pressure-wash rocks and gravel Inspect pumps, filtration systems, plumbing, and other pond equipment Perform routine pond maintenance and repairs Build and renovate ponds, streams, waterfalls, and water features Install plants and landscaping around water features Operate hand tools, power tools, pumps, and other equipment Troubleshoot problems and identify appropriate solutions Provide professional, friendly service to customers Answer customer questions and address concerns Work efficiently with other members of the crew Complete accurate daily service reports Qualifications: • What We're Looking For You may be a great fit if you are: Reliable, hardworking, and motivated Comfortable working outdoors in different weather conditions Detail-oriented and committed to quality work Able to work independently as well as part of a team Comfortable using hand tools and power equipment A good problem solver with mechanical aptitude Physically capable of repeatedly lifting and carrying 50–100 lbs. Able to stay active and perform hands-on work throughout the day Willing to learn new skills and take direction Able to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers In possession of a valid U.S. driver's license or reliable transportation to job sites Preferred, but not required: Pond or water-feature experience Landscaping experience Construction or outdoor maintenance experience Experience with pumps, filtration systems, plumbing, or mechanical equipment Compensation: $18 - $25 hourly

• What You'll DoAs a Pond Technician/Water Feature Specialist, your responsibilities will include: • Clean and maintain ponds, streams, waterfalls, and other water features • Drain and safely store pond water using pumps and tanks • Carefully net, handle, and reacclimate fish • Remove debris and pressure-wash rocks and gravel • Inspect pumps, filtration systems, plumbing, and other pond equipment • Perform routine pond maintenance and repairs • Build and renovate ponds, streams, waterfalls, and water features • Install plants and landscaping around water features • Operate hand tools, power tools, pumps, and other equipment • Troubleshoot problems and identify appropriate solutions • Provide professional, friendly service to customers • Answer customer questions and address concerns • Work efficiently with other members of the crew • Complete accurate daily service reports