Landscape Irrigation Technician

About the role

The Dallas College Facilities Management Department supports the facility needs for Dallas College while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the College's physical assets. The position of Landscape Services Irrigation Technician supports that effort through the performance of skilled craftwork in the landscaping trade.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repair of irrigation systems using hand powered tools and/or equipment.
• Ensures the highest quality of landscaping maintenance work across all Dallas College locations.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems and maintains assigned equipment.
• Report equipment repair problems to the Facilities Manager.
• Responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and designs of irrigation systems that address water conservation requirements according to the Texas Commission on Environmental quality.
• Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment utilized both for irrigation and landscape related functions.
• Performs preventative maintenance procedures on irrigation systems and pump stations.
• Requisitions and maintains inventory of parts needed for irrigation system maintenance and expansions.
• Maintains related records and drawings.
• Troubleshoots low voltage irrigation electrical systems, irrigation valve malfunctions, basic irrigation pump station malfunctions and basic irrigation time clock malfunctions.
• Works with other facilities teammates to ensure the highest level of customer service and provides safe and healthy grounds for Dallas College students, faculty, and staff.
• Affords assistance to other Facilities Management teams as required.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma plus three (3) years of related experience.
• Must be a Licensed Irrigation Technician or ability to obtain license within six (6) months.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 am to 5:00 pm workday including nights and weekends.
• Current and valid Texas driver’s license required for offsite travel.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.
• Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.

Skills

• Have a strong knowledge of landscape design, power tools, water conservation, irrigation controllers, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience in light to medium sized construction equipment such as skid loaders, excavators, and trenchers.
• Understand various methods of installation, troubleshooting and repair systems.
• Demonstrate intermediate skill in reading, diagnosing, and repairing irrigation systems problems.
• Demonstrates an ability to analyze information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Ability to utilize computer technology to access data and communicate with others.
• Ability to maintain written equipment maintenance records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College community.

Benefits

Compensation Range: $49,462.00 Annually

Pay

Salary Minimum: $49,462.00 Annually

Schedule

Position Type: Staff