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Certified Irrigation Technician

Irrigation Association

Certification

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CITs are field technicians who install, maintain and repair irrigation systems.

Cost

CIT Exam Fees Irrigation Technician Exam Fee — $175 (Member), $300 (Nonmember) Exam Retake Fee — $175 (Member), $300 (Nonmember) Annual Renewal Fee (one certification) — $75 (Member), $125 (Nonmember); plus $25 for each additional certification Show moreShow less

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Certification gives you a competitive edge. Become a certified irrigation technician and add instant credibility with employers increase your job opportunities. demonstrate your commitment to efficient water management. CIT Overview CITs are field technicians who install, maintain and repair irrigation systems. CITs cut and join pipe, know the limitations of different piping systems and understand basic hydraulics. lay out and install piping and water delivery components; backflow prevention components; mechanical, hydraulic and electrical irrigation controls; and other irrigation system components. troubleshoot and repair irrigation components and systems. Becoming a CIT To become a CIT, you must: Register for the exam in English or Spanish. Recommended: six months or 1,000 hours of irrigation-related field experience. Pass the irrigation technician exam. The three-hour exam includes 100 equally weighted, multiple-choice questions on basic irrigation principles, basic electrical principles and basic hydraulics. Comply with the Select Certified Code of Ethics. Remain in good standing. CITs must submit 20 continuing education units per two-year cycle.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Evaluate and select sprinkler types, nozzle types, and spacing based on coverage area requirements and relative precipitation rates for irrigation system installation and maintenance
  • Identify and install swing joint assembly components selecting appropriate type and installation method for irrigation system applications
  • Select and perform pipe fitting connection procedures based on pipe type, fitting type, and appropriate solvents and primers for irrigation system piping
  • Select, operate, and maintain equipment and tools for irrigation system installation and maintenance in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Identify and apply knowledge of pump types, components, controls, flow, pressure, and safety for irrigation system pump operations
  • Identify backflow prevention device types, functions, and components in compliance with applicable state and local requirements
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers37-3011.00
  • First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers37-1012.00
  • Landscape Architects17-1012.00
  • Grounds Maintenance Workers, All Other37-3019.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Litter collection and waste disposal routines — execute independently and consistently across multiple zones of a large commercial or institutional property.
  • Hand tools including pruning saws, axes, and loppers — select and use appropriately for the task at hand with reduced oversight during seasonal maintenance cycles.
  • Powered equipment such as chainsaws, sod cutters, and snow blowers — operate safely and efficiently across varied terrain with minimal direct supervision.
  • Irrigation hoses and portable sprinkler systems — adjust water pressure, coverage, and timing to match plant needs in different landscape zones.
  • Trees, shrubs, and hedges — prune and trim to maintain intended shape and promote healthy growth using shears and chain saws on established client sites.
  • Fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides — mix and apply using hand or automatic sprayers at correct concentrations following label instructions and safety guidelines.
  • Lawn aeration, thatch removal, and weeding — perform as part of a recurring lawn care program to maintain turf health on residential or commercial grounds.
  • Sod, grass seed, and bedding plants — install according to a landscaping design plan with limited direction, ensuring correct spacing and soil preparation.
  • Work schedules and task checklists — manage personal daily workload across multiple properties, communicating progress and issues to a supervisor via email or verbal updates.
  • Client service interactions — respond courteously and professionally to property owner questions or requests encountered during routine grounds maintenance visits.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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