Irrigation Technician @ CIT

Job Title: Irrigation Technician

Department: Parks, Trails and Recreation

Supervisor: Parks Supervisor

Salary Range: $27.59-$36.62

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance; Life and AD&D insurance; disability insurance; retirement plans; employee assistance programs; paid training; education reimbursement; vacation and sick leave accrual; and 11 paid holidays.

Schedule: In person, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m.- 2:30 pm. Winter season hours are subject to change.

Relocation: This position is located in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Relocation assistance is not provided.

About Greenwood Village

Nestled in the heart of the Denver Tech Center, Greenwood Village is a vibrant and welcoming community known for beautiful parks, well‑maintained infrastructure, and exceptional public service. With just over 15,500 residents, our city blends small‑town charm with the amenities of a dynamic urban area. We value integrity, relationships, and an ownership mindset—principles that guide how we serve our residents every day.

About the Role

As an Irrigation Technician, you will perform highly skilled work in the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems across City parks, landscape areas, open spaces, rights-of-way, and trails. This role ensures these areas remain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. You will also participate in snow and ice control activities, operate light to heavy equipment, and occasionally lead seasonal staff.

Essential Mobility Functions

The physical requirements of this position include heavy manual labor requiring a full range of physical motion, including sitting, standing, walking, manual digging, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, balancing, crawling, and reaching for objects; talking to and hearing customers on the telephone and in person; manual dexterity for use of office equipment and manual hand tools; lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to a variety of adverse weather conditions, odors, and other potentially hazardous environmental conditions. Will need to work professionally with City staff and the general public for purposes of completing assignments. Will work with a variety of light and heavy-duty equipment to complete assigned tasks. This position may involve working a variety of schedules, including evenings and weekends, and may be subject to work beyond normal scheduled hours.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Irrigation Systems

• Troubleshoots, inspects, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems throughout City parks, open spaces, municipal facilities, streetscapes, greenbelts, native areas, and sports fields while following established safety procedures.
• Identifies leaks, breaks, coverage issues, and system deficiencies; performs necessary adjustments and repairs to ensure proper operation, adequate coverage, and efficient water distribution.
• Installs and repairs irrigation piping ranging from ½” to 12” in diameter, pumps, valves, backflow assemblies, wiring, timers, and control mechanisms using appropriate materials and industry-standard techniques.
• Programs irrigation schedules and run times and operates centrally controlled irrigation software and hardware, including Rain Bird, Maxicom, IQ products, Baseline AppManager, and Weathermatic SmartLink, along with weather stations, rain sensors, soil moisture monitors, and flow meters to maximize water efficiency.
• Reads and revises irrigation construction drawings, specifications, and detail plans; creates and updates electronic as-built records; and operates specialized diagnostic equipment to locate underground wires, faults, and irrigation components.
• Conducts annual system testing, schedules necessary repairs and replacements, performs seasonal winterization, and follows proper trenching and shoring procedures, arranges utility locates for large excavations, and works in confined spaces, including irrigation vaults, in accordance with industry standards.
• Coordinates work with supervisors and team members to minimize disruptions to park activities; performs physically arduous outdoor work in adverse weather conditions; works various shifts as needed; and responds to after-hours service calls and emergency irrigation repairs requiring immediate attention.

Lead Responsibilities

• Leads, oversees, and participates in the daily work of assigned maintenance staff; reviews completed work to ensure accuracy, proper methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Collaborates with the assigned supervisor to establish work priorities and objectives and reviews and coordinates crew work schedules to ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Coordinates employee assignments and equipment usage, identifies necessary equipment and material needs, and collaborates with other staff and contractors to support work activities.
• Maintains accurate records of equipment and materials used and reviews relevant information with assigned leads and supervisory staff.
• Ensures employees follow established safety precautions and practices and provides training on proper work methods, techniques, and safety procedures.

Data Collection and Reporting

• Gathers and provides data to respond to and resolve service requests; provides information and reports to supervisor and management, as necessary.
• Collects and maintains data on irrigation equipment; maintains necessary logs; maintains records of all maintenance performed on equipment.
• Utilizes CityWorks, GIS/GPS, AutoCad, etc. for updating and maintaining information.

Landscape Maintenance

• Performs general parks and open space maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, aeration, irrigation, weed and pest control, trash removal, landscaping installation, and maintenance and repair of park amenities.
• Operates light to heavy equipment, machinery, hand tools, and power tools to complete assigned maintenance duties.

Snow and Ice Control

• Installs plow, sander, and other equipment on trucks; operates light-duty snowplow trucks, ATVs, UTVs, sanders, and other related snow removal equipment such as a snow blower or shovels on an assigned shift.
• Loads sand into trucks using a front-end loader and uses a front-end loader to remove snow.
• Operates a single- or double-axle dump truck, which requires a Class B CDL, to remove snow and apply sand.
• Works various shifts, as required, to provide necessary coverage; remains on call to respond to weather conditions requiring immediate response.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Performs customer service duties by communicating with the public, responding to service requests, and coordinating with internal maintenance crews, equipment and material suppliers, and citizens to complete assignments.
• Follows City safety policies and procedures, properly using and maintaining required personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing tasks involving potential hazards.
• Assists with special projects and events, including setup and cleanup, building construction, and annual community cleanup programs.
• Performs minor maintenance on vehicles and equipment and maintains clean, organized maintenance shops, workspaces, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains inventory of parts and supplies, replenishes materials as needed in accordance with City purchasing policies, and performs trash and recycling removal throughout City parks, native areas, and roadside locations.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.

What We're Looking For

Skills & Knowledge

• Expertise in irrigation system maintenance and repair.
• Ability to operate a variety of tools and equipment safely.
• Knowledge of trenching, shoring, and confined space safety practices.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead seasonal staff and work independently.
• Exercises independent judgment and decision-making to prioritize tasks, identify hazards, and coordinate work site activities for efficiency and safety.
• Works independently with minimal supervision and provides rotating after-hours and weekend coverage as needed.

Education & Experience

• Four years of landscape maintenance experience, including two years in irrigation systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 180 days of hire.
• Ability to obtain irrigation-related certifications within one year (CIT, CLIA, CPO).

Preferred Qualifications

• Competent Person in Trenching and Shoring
• Rain Bird Maxicom Operator
• Weathermatic SmartLink Certification
• Baseline Advanced Courses
• Confined Space Entry Courses

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not entail supervisory responsibilities.

Why Greenwood Village?

• Work in a city that values community, service, and innovation.
• Join a highly skilled team committed to excellent public service.
• Enjoy access to parks, trails, cultural events, and a well‑connected location.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Ready to Apply?

Click the APPLY button above to submit your application, resume, and cover letter by 5 p.m. on Friday, November 20th. Applications are reviewed as they are received. Early application is encouraged, as the posting may close without notice once a qualified candidate is identified.