Title:               Assistant Irrigation Technician                                Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to:      Grounds Foreman                                                  Pay Grade:   Auxiliary 3

Dept./School:  Facility Services                                                   Date Revised:  10/2020

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

 

Assist in maintenance, repairs and replacement of irrigation systems within the district.

 

BASIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Assist in the design, maintenance and implementation of all components of the irrigation system including mechanical and electrical systems
• Locate and chart all water lines, electrical lines, controls, valves, disconnects and other installed items associated with irrigation systems.
• Adjust and regulate irrigation schedules for the appropriate season.
• Maintains inventory of parts associated with irrigation system
• Keep grounds around irrigation systems in good repair and appearance at all times.
• Perform winterizing procedures to prevent weather damage.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Accurately report work hours using a time clock
• Utilize effective communication skills; ensure that all interactions are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Employee Standards of Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot valve malfunctions
• Working knowledge of electronic devices (volt/ohmmeter, wire tracer)
• General knowledge of irrigation control operations and functions
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely and workable manner
• Ability to lift tools, supplies, materials, and equipment in the performance required
• Ability to operate equipment associated with grounds maintenance

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

            Education/Certification: 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Texas driver’s license with a record of safe driving
• Texas Licensed Landscape Irrigator a plus

 

            Experience: 

• One (1) year related to irrigation systems and grounds maintenance

 

EQUIPMENT USED:  

 

Hand tools, pipe cutters and threaders, testing equipment, leak locator, welding equipment, soldering torch, flaring tools, pumps, wrenches, trucks, forklifts, digging equipment, trenching equipment, digging tools

 

 

MENTAL/PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

 

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Lifting of up to 60 lbs.
• Frequent bending, standing, and crawling and climbing ladders
• Work in all weather conditions

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• None