Irrigation Specialist Job El Paso area,Texas USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Perform routine manual work involving design, installation, extension, maintenance, and repair of irrigation and sprinkler systems. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Perform preventive maintenance on irrigation and sprinkler systems and inspect systems for proper operation. Troubleshoot existing problems and assist in complex remedies.

Provide technical expertise and manual labor for installation of new irrigation systems or expansions of existing systems. Perform maintenance activities and repairs on existing irrigation and sprinkler systems.

Assist in the design and layout of new irrigation systems. Assist in the development of specification and requisitioning supplies and parts of irrigation system maintenance. Make periodic inventory of supplies and notify supervisor of needed materials.

Maintain related records and drawings of irrigation systems in place on the property and keep them updated regularly.

Direct assigned personnel.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma and three (3) years of related experience.

Must possess a Texas Irrigation License.

Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain a variety of sprinkler systems.

Knowledge and understanding of state and local codes.

Ability to read and comprehend blueprints.

Experience working with tools and equipment associated with irrigation of large grounds.

Special Conditions

This is a security-sensitive position as defined under Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.

Operating a motor vehicle is an essential job function of this position; all final position candidates will be required to undergo a motor vehicle records check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures. Thereafter, motor vehicle records checks will be conducted annually.

The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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