Irrigation Technician - Public Works

Anticipated Hiring Range

$21.96 - $26.72 Hourly

Job Summary

The Irrigation Technician I performs irrigation, landscape, facility, and general maintenance activities within City public spaces, with an emphasis on downtown Greeley. The position installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems and public-space infrastructure; performs landscape maintenance; supports special events; operates equipment and tools; and assists with snow and ice removal. This is an entry-level position within the Irrigation Technician series and works under general supervision while developing proficiency in irrigation systems, equipment operation, landscape maintenance, chemical application, and public-space maintenance practices. The position may provide work direction on assigned projects or tasks as operational needs require.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in irrigation, landscaping, grounds maintenance, construction, public works, facilities maintenance, or a related field
• Ability to obtain Flagger and/or Work Zone Traffic Control Certification within six (6) months of hire
• Ability to participate in an on-call schedule and work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency assignments as operational needs require
• Class A or B CDL or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment OR any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
• Possession of a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Specialized training beyond high school or related experience in equipment maintenance or basic mechanics
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, components, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of landscape and grounds maintenance practices, including planting, mowing, pruning, watering, and weed control
• Knowledge of safe equipment operation, chemical handling, PPE, and general work-zone safety practices
• Skill in operating landscaping and maintenance equipment, vehicles, hand tools, and power tools
• Ability to identify basic irrigation, landscape, equipment, and public-space maintenance needs and perform appropriate repairs
• Ability to read and follow work orders, equipment instructions, chemical labels, safety information, and basic plans or diagrams
• Ability to safely apply and document pesticides, herbicides, and other chemical products
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and adjust priorities in response to changing operational needs and interruptions
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with employees, contractors, businesses, and the public
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a highly visible public environment

Essential Functions

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems, including controllers, valves, sprinkler heads, piping, and related components
• Performs landscape and public-space maintenance, including planting, mowing, watering, pruning, weed control, paver installation, and maintenance of benches, trash receptacles, and other amenities
• Performs general cleaning, upkeep, and minor repairs of public spaces, facilities, equipment, and infrastructure
• Sets up, removes, and maintains equipment and facilities used for special events and community activities
• Operates light and heavy equipment, vehicles, hand tools, power tools, and other equipment used in irrigation, landscape, and public-space maintenance
• Performs routine maintenance and safety inspections of irrigation systems, equipment, facilities, and public-space infrastructure and identifies needed repairs
• Performs minor preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment and maintains equipment in safe operating condition
• Safely mixes, applies, documents, and tracks pesticides, herbicides, and other chemical products in accordance with applicable requirements, labels, safety procedures, and PPE requirements
• Maintains tools, materials, chemicals, parts, and supplies necessary for irrigation and public-space maintenance activities
• Performs snow and ice mitigation and removal using vehicles, small equipment, and hand tools and participates in on-call and emergency response assignments
• Follows established safety procedures, including appropriate PPE, traffic control, equipment operation, chemical handling, and work-zone practices
• Communicates and coordinates with employees, contractors, event organizers, businesses, and the public regarding assigned work activities
• May serve as a project or task lead and provide work direction to assigned employees in the absence of higher-level project leads
• Performs other duties as assigned

Work Environment

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures
• Regular exposure to noise, dust, dirt, fumes, chemicals, fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, cleaning products, and other materials associated with maintenance activities
• Works around vehicles, machinery, power tools, landscaping equipment, heavy equipment, sharp objects, and other potentially hazardous conditions
• Work may require extended periods of standing or walking on concrete, landscaped areas, uneven terrain, and other surfaces
• Regular interaction with employees, contractors, vendors, and the public, including occasional difficult or confrontational situations
• Work may be performed at various City facilities, public spaces, and other assigned locations
• May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, on-call assignments, and emergency operations, including snow and ice response
• Some assignments may involve exposure to biological hazards, human waste, or other potentially hazardous materials

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Ability to frequently walk, stand, climb, and navigate uneven terrain and a variety of indoor and outdoor work environments
• Strength: Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally move heavier materials with assistance or appropriate equipment
• Endurance: Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods in varying weather and environmental conditions
• Dexterity: Ability to safely operate vehicles, equipment, hand and power tools, and controls requiring manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination
• Flexibility: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, and work in restricted or awkward positions while performing assigned duties
• Vision and Hearing: Ability to inspect work areas and equipment, read work-related information, identify hazards, and hear verbal instructions, equipment sounds, alarms, and warning signals