Irrigation Specialist I / Irrigation Specialist II

Principal Duties

• Irrigate, repair, and maintain irrigation systems for City parks, athletic fields, and other parks & recreation landscapes.
• Operate a variety of light to heavy equipment such as a trencher, mini-track hoe, backhoe, and skid-steer for irrigation repairs.
• Perform routine irrigation system checks to ensure proper operation and coverage.
• Replace controllers and irrigation heads as needed to ensure optimal performance and water conservation.
• Use computer, laptop, and/or mobile device to complete work order activities and track expenses for equipment, material, and labor.
• Participate in the preventative and corrective maintenance of equipment by cleaning and performing pre-operation equipment inspections, identifying and reporting maintenance repair needs, and assisting with minor maintenance tasks.
• Assist in preparing for special events and recreational programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one (1) year experience related to area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain designation as a Licensed Irrigation Installer by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within twelve (12) months from date of employment, and ability to maintain the certification.
• Knowledge of materials and products used in landscape irrigation installation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical system installation, operation, and repair.
• Knowledge of irrigation system design and general plant/turf water requirements.
• Experience with wire tracer and remote unit operation and use.
• Willingness and availability to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and emergency response.

Additional Requirements for Irrigation Specialist II (Licensed)

• Two (2) years of experience related to area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Designated as a Licensed Irrigation Installer by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and ability to maintain the certification.
• Designated as a Licensed Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire, or from date of promotion.
• Knowledge of the following: principles and procedures of irrigation systems; care, operation, and maintenance of a variety of power tools and equipment; occupational hazards and standard safety practices required for the area of work assigned; and techniques and procedures of irrigation system repair and maintenance.
• Some working knowledge of the following: principles of computer programming; hydraulic principles relating to irrigation design and construction; drainage system design and installation; proper maintenance of a variety of automatic and manual irrigation systems including all component parts (e.g. valves, controller, heads, etc.); turf, soil, fertilizer and landscape maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot, service and repair commercial irrigation systems; read and interpret blueprints; work effectively with plastic, copper and galvanized pipe; and follow oral and written instructions.