Irrigation Technician II 633166

About the role

Campus OSU-Stillwater is seeking a Facilities Management Irrigation Technician. The position reports directly to the Facilities Management Irrigation Supervisor and collaborates with the Landscape Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, maintain, and support irrigation systems within Facilities Management departments.
• Support the Irrigation Supervisor with all aspects of irrigation installation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Adhere to University dig permit guidelines, submit one-call Okie dig permits as needed, and ensure permits are current for scheduled tasks.
• Conduct irrigation utility locates as requested through the work order system, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation.
• Operate irrigation equipment like trenchers, and regularly use shovels and plumbing tools.
• Frequently adjust irrigation heads, valves, backflows, drip lines, and other components as instructed.
• Aid in preventive and repair maintenance on irrigation valves, backflows, clocks, and related components.
• Winterize the irrigation system as directed.
• Inspect irrigation zones and promptly report any issues or concerns to the direct supervisor.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies, using personal protective equipment, and participating in required safety training.
• Act as the backup for the supervisor during emergency overtime calls as needed.
• Help maintain irrigation equipment, materials, and tools.
• Attend irrigation team and LS Maintenance project meetings as required.
• Collaborate with the Landscape Services Urban Forester to protect trees during irrigation construction projects, following the Campus Tree Care Plan.
• Be available for rotating standby for emergencies and/or other events weekday evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work overtime and shift work when required.
• Perform snow and ice removal tasks, and respond at any time of the day or night when scheduled by management.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).
• Work outside in extreme heat and cold, during precipitation, and in high levels of dust.
• Handle odoriferous chemicals.

Requirements

• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
• Five years’ experience in turf or landscape maintenance with irrigation related work.
• Four years' experience in turf or landscape maintenance with irrigation related work.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong attention to work detail, following instructions, and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, and initiative for quality and customer service.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate projects through to completion and in a timely manner.
• Knowledge, keen understanding, and operational skills of irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of plant and landscape needs and soil conditions.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to use a shovel, irrigation trencher, lift 50 lbs., and work in inclement weather.
• Ability to work safely and promote a safe environment.

Qualifications

This position requires a stable work history and the ability to perform heavy manual labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge

• Strong attention to work detail, following instructions, and organizational skills.
• Strong work ethic, and initiative for quality and customer service.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate projects through to completion and in a timely manner.
• Knowledge, keen understanding, and operational skills of irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of plant and landscape needs and soil conditions.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to use a shovel, irrigation trencher, lift 50 lbs., and work in inclement weather.
• Ability to work safely and promote a safe environment.

Benefits

OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement benefits, paid leave, and 13 paid holidays per year. Other benefits include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program, and more.