Irrigation Technician
Job in
Alvin, Brazoria County, Texas, 77511, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Alvin Independent School District (TX)
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Building Maintenance, Landscaping, General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Maintenance & Operations/Grounds Crew
Date Posted:
11/5/2025
Location:
Maintenance & Operations
Date Available:
25-26 School Year
Additional Information:
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Primary
Purpose:
Responsible for maintaining the resources of the Grounds Department to develop the Irrigation Systems in a condition of operating excellence, appearance and safety.
Working knowledge of components of irrigation systems including pipe, pumps, irrigation heads, valves, controllers and other parts.
Installs, adjusts, repairs and replaces irrigation systems.
Ability to remove and replace turf, shrubs and plants without damage as needed in system installation, repair and maintenance.
Plans and schedules work to provide for preventive maintenance and efficient performance to quickly locate and repair broken pipes, irrigation heads, etc. to reduce water loss and assure proper operation of systems.
Programs, monitors and adjusts computer controlled irrigation systems in accordance with agronomic/turf management plan.
Instructs and/or trains Grounds Department Employees regarding preventive maintenance, and the proper cleaning of and safe operation of equipment.
Maps systems for campus-wide master plans.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
Maintains irrigation inventory.
Ability to work overtime.
Strong attention to detail, passion for excellence and a great attitude.
Ability to perform and/or manage multiple tasks, projects, and priorities.
Performs strenuous work in a variety of weather conditions including cold and wet conditions.
Performs other general groundskeeping and maintenance duties as needed and requested by supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Ability to read and understand English.
High school diploma or GED.
Preferred Irrigator license.
Valid Texas Driver's License.
Special Knowledge/
Skills:
Ability to organize, coordinate, and supervise work.
Ability to operate trenchers, backhoes, trucks and other necessary hand and mechanical equipment.
Diagnosis and treatment of turf stress related issues.
Ability to make simple electrical repairs.
Able to use handheld electronic irrigation trouble shooting tools.
Knowledge of communication cable hookups used in the operation of the irrigation systems.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and irrigation software.
Experience:
Five years in related position.
Prior supervisory experience preferred.
Salary:
AUX. PG6 / 261 days
Starting $19.34
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