About this role
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