Irrigation Technician; Landscaping

Responsibilities

• Oversees all irrigation systems in parks and City-managed facilities, ensuring efficient water distribution to maintain healthy turf, vibrant landscapes, and well-maintained facilities.
• Integrates technical irrigation expertise, turf and landscape management, and equipment operation to support the City’s mission to provide high‑quality, sustainable, and welcoming parks and open spaces.
• Inspects, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs commercial irrigation systems, including valves, controllers, pumps, lateral and main lines, rotors, spray heads, drip systems, sensors, and backflow devices.
• Programs, adjusts, and troubleshoots irrigation controllers to ensure proper scheduling, seasonal adjustments, and water efficiency.
• Conducts preventative maintenance on irrigation infrastructure to minimize leaks, water waste, and emergency repairs.
• Monitors water usage and makes adjustments to optimize efficiency and conservation.
• Assists in the installation, modification, and expansion of irrigation systems, including upgrades to smart technology and water‑saving devices.
• Reads and interprets irrigation schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and landscape plans.
• Assists with special events, landscape renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Maintains inventory, records, and reports on irrigation repairs, adjustments, maintenance activities, and water usage.
• Responds to urgent irrigation system failures in high‑visibility City areas.
• Operates light and medium‑duty equipment and vehicles in support of irrigation maintenance activities.
• Assists with landscape maintenance duties as needed during peak operational demands.
• Ensures safe work practices in accordance with City policies and OSHA guidelines.
• Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements.
• Works the assigned schedule and complies with the City’s time‑keeping and attendance policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in irrigation system installation, repair, or maintenance.
• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver’s License and a good driving record.
• Will obtain an Irrigation Technician License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 12 months of hire.
• May require moderate to heavy lifting, carrying, crouching, bending, pushing, pulling, reaching, and standing for long periods of time.
• Preference for candidates with three (3) years of municipal, sports field, or park irrigation experience.
• Experience with turf management and landscape maintenance.
• Familiarity with smart irrigation technologies and water conservation practices.