Senior Irrigation Technician - Parks

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts routine inspections of irrigation and sprinkler systems to detect problems and maintain irrigation system.
• Diagnose, repair and/or replace faulty irrigation systems and related components while determining appropriate repairs based on feedback generated from city-owned irrigation applications.
• Conducts regularly scheduled inspections of assigned irrigation systems and components.
• Performs diagnostics and related repairs of electrical issues on conventional irrigation systems; uses and applies various tools and equipment; locates and repairs leaks using mechanical and non-mechanical fittings.
• Performs installation and wiring of electrical components from the electrical lead to the irrigation controller on new and renovated installations.
• Performs service on irrigation booster pumps including removal/replacement and minor diagnostics.
• Operates front-end loader, backhoe, trencher, Bobcat, power, and hand tools.
• Maintains daily work orders upon completion of work projects.
• Organizes work orders, equipment and supplies necessary to complete work assignments.
• Assists in overseeing installations performed by contractors.
• Notifies supervisor of inventory, parts, supplies, materials, and equipment needs to complete work orders.
• Assists in the review irrigation plan designs and specifications.
• Conduct audits of water usage to monitor compliance with City and State water conservation and irrigation regulations and ordinances.

Other Important Duties

• Travels to work sites, meetings, conferences, and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of hydraulics concepts and irrigation techniques and designs.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures.
• Skill in the use of heavy equipment, power, and hand tools.
• Skill in following oral and written directions.
• Skill in completing work assignments.
• Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns.