Irrigation Specialist

Overview

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Location:

13645 E Ellsworth Ave, Aurora, Colorado .

The City of Aurora is growing and seeking dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team. We emphasize CORE 4 Values:
Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and welcome applicants who share these values.

Note:

This posting is used to fill multiple vacancies and applications will be reviewed as they are received; the posting may close at any time once a qualified pool is obtained.

• Paid CDL training
• Up to $1,000 annual bonus for maintaining CDL (eligibility criteria apply)
• $250 boot allowance annually
• Uniforms provided
• Health insurance options
• Paid Holidays, vacation, personal leave, and sick leave
• Employer-funded retirement plan
• Career advancement opportunities
• Training assistance and tuition assistance

• Perform maintenance, repair, and operation of irrigation systems and related equipment
• Repair PVC pipes (from 1/2 inch to 6 inches) and perform minor electrical repairs
• Conduct locates and inspections; operate computerized controls and satellite controllers
• Program irrigation using central control systems; maintain operation, maintenance, and repair records
• Maintain parts and supplies inventory; assist in bidding and purchasing
• Assist in training other employees and act in supervisory capacity as needed
• Respond to public inquiries following policies and procedures
• Work on a rotating on-call schedule
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Note:

This description is not exhaustive and duties may change with notice.

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 2 years of maintenance experience and 1 year of irrigation experience; experience with mainlines, laterals, valve repair, electrical components, and radios

• Class B CDL with airbrakes and tanker endorsement (required within 6 months)
• Sustainable Landscape Management cert (within 12 months)
• Annual reuse water training cert (within 12 months)
• Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Device Tester certifications (within 12 months)
• May require additional licenses/certifications as related to duties
• May require use of personal equipment occasionally

• Certified Irrigation Technician (Irrigation Association)
• Certified Landscape Technician - Irrigation (National Association of Landscape Professionals)
• Confined space certification
• Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (Irrigation Association)

• Knowledge of irrigation practices, equipment, and systems; ability to read blueprints
• Safety awareness and water conservation knowledge
• Tools and equipment handling for parks maintenance and irrigation construction
• Intermediate computer skills

• Essential Personnel: may be required to work during emergencies
• Physical Demands: moderate to heavy lifting; climbing, bending, pushing/pulling; full range of body movement
• Work Environment: outdoors and indoors; exposure to weather, noise, fumes, dust, and chemicals; may work in confined spaces; weekends possible
• Equipment Used: irrigation and maintenance tools, trucks and heavy equipment, computers and irrigation software

The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans:
Please show all employment history, including military service (DD214) on the application.

Drug testing, background checks, and safety-sensitive position requirements apply. City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws. Applicants may be required to pass a criminal background check and drug screening where applicable.