Irrigation Technician

Working Title:

Irrigation Technician

Transportation Operator II

Full-time Staff (Classified)

Full-Time

Non-Exempt:
Eligible for Overtime

Business Services

300130 - Landscape AUX

2

Pay Range

$32,400 - $34,900

No

No

No

8/31/2026

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community nested on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:

• Generous Leave:
  Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage:
  Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options:
  Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well-Being:
  Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
• Tuition Waiver Program:
  Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

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James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for an Irrigation Technician. The regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with an altered summer schedule and overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather.

• Installs, repairs, troubleshoots, inspects, and performs preventive maintenance on and schedules all irrigation for the university.
• Keeps campus beautified by trimming and edging at the appropriate times and by properly and safely operating the equipment.
• Leads work of others that has been assigned and ensures work is performed in a safe manner.
• Operates safely and properly a variety of equipment including but not limited to:
  Dingo trenching equipment, riding mowers, tractors, sweepers for turf, seeders, fertilizer spreaders, aerators, deep-tine equipment, highly complex mowing equipment, and snow removal equipment to maintain attractive athletic fields.
• Uses pesticides safely as directed including proper application, storage, and or disposal.
• The employee is required to work all home football games.
• The employee in this position will be considered designated, meaning the work performed is essential to university operations and the employee will be required to work during periods of authorized closings.

Required:

• Working knowledge of landscaping practices and procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in the installation, repair, maintenance, and scheduling of turf irrigation.
• Knowledge of proper handling, storage, and disposal of pesticides.
• Must have knowledge of Sentinal irrigation controllers (or other irrigation control systems) and athletic field maintenance, or the ability to obtain.
• Ability to do physically demanding work for extended periods of time in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Ability to operate a variety of landscaping equipment such as large trucks, tractors, mowers, and snow removal equipment.
• Ability to recognize and identify turf problems and diseases or the ability to obtain.
• Must meet eligibility requirements to drive within 2 years of hire. Requirements are:

• 19 years of age
• A valid Driver’s License, possession of a valid Driver’s License for a minimum of 24 consecutive months, and an acceptable motor vehicle report.

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