Irrigation Technician - Public Works

Job Description

Anticipated Hiring Range: $21.96 - $26.72 Hourly
Full Salary Range: $21.96 - $31.84 Hourly
Why Do I See Two Salary Ranges?
The City of Greeley, in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted. This law improves wage transparency. We post both the full salary range and the anticipated hiring range, where we expect to make an offer. Offers are based on experience, education, certifications, and other factors.
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Benefits:This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.


Job Summary
The Irrigation Technician I performs irrigation, landscape, facility, and general maintenance activities within City public spaces, with an emphasis on downtown Greeley. The position installs, maintains, and repairs irrigation systems and public-space infrastructure; performs landscape maintenance; supports special events; operates equipment and tools; and assists with snow and ice removal.
This is an entry-level position within the Irrigation Technician series and works under general supervision while developing proficiency in irrigation systems, equipment operation, landscape maintenance, chemical application, and public-space maintenance practices. The position may provide work direction on assigned projects or tasks as operational needs require.


Minimum Requirements

Experience, Education, and

Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in irrigation, landscaping, grounds maintenance, construction, public works, facilities maintenance, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain Flagger and/or Work Zone Traffic Control Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Ability to participate in an on-call schedule and work evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency assignments as operational needs require.
• Class A or B CDL or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of employment

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Specialized training beyond high school or related experience in equipment maintenance or basic mechanics.
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience.

• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems, components, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of landscape and grounds maintenance practices, including planting, mowing, pruning, watering, and weed control.
• Knowledge of safe equipment operation, chemical handling, PPE, and general work-zone safety practices.
• Skill in operating landscaping and maintenance equipment, vehicles, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to identify basic irrigation, landscape, equipment, and public-space maintenance needs and perform appropriate repairs.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, equipment instructions, chemical labels, safety information, and basic plans or diagrams.
• Ability to safely apply and document pesticides, herbicides, and other chemical products.
• Ability to organize work, manage multiple assignments, and adjust priorities in response to changing operational needs and interruptions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with employees, contractors, businesses, and the public.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a highly visible public environment.

• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems, including controllers, valves, sprinkler heads, piping, and related components.
• Performs landscape and public-space maintenance, including planting, mowing, watering, pruning, weed control, paver installation, and maintenance of benches, trash receptacles, and other amenities.
• Performs general cleaning, upkeep, and minor repairs of…