Irrigation Leader

Position Overview

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to building a sustainable community and enhancing the quality of urban life by providing safe well‑maintained parks and giving affordable programming for our community. HPARD is seeking an Irrigation Leader to join its Green space team. The role involves guiding, training and scheduling personnel for the assembly, installation and repair of irrigation systems.

Division:
Green space Management
Section:
Grounds Maintenance

M-F; 6:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. (subject to change)

• Guide, train, and schedule personnel engaged in the assembly, installation and repair of pipes, fittings, valves, electrical controllers and fixtures for irrigation systems.
• Participate in installation tasks of irrigation systems.
• Estimate and requisition materials, supplies, and equipment needed in the maintenance and operation of the irrigation systems. Record cost information per project.
• Operate manual and pneumatic‑powered drills and tapping machines to run service pipe and tubing connections.
• Interpret blueprints and construction plans pertaining to irrigation systems.
• Operate pressure test equipment to ensure irrigation systems meet specifications and do not leak or have other malfunctions.
• Secure permits for the connection of the irrigation system to the water supply.
• Establish inventory control procedures to maintain an appropriate supply of parts and to allow lead time for ordering new parts.
• Perform other tasks as required.

This position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture and air pollution. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and minor physical trauma such as cuts, bruises and minor burns.

Education:

High School diploma or GED.

Experience:

One year of experience in installation, maintenance, and repair of an irrigation system. License:
Valid driver’s license and compliance with city’s policy on driving. State of Texas Landscape Irrigators License is required.

• Eligible veteran applicants are considered among the most qualified candidates subject to qualifications and other factors consistent with Executive Order 1‑6.

Yes. This position is subject to random drug testing. If it is a promotional position, the candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Salary range based on qualifications and pay rates of other employees in this classification;
Pay Grade 18.

City of Houston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy.