Irrigation Mechanic Lead

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These services cover more than 150 buildings of approximately 6 million gross square feet, and1,475 acres of grounds. Facilities Management has an annual operating budget exceeding $80 million in expenditures, with operating funds of $30 million and $15 million for reimbursable campus activities. Project Services a construction department within Facilities.

Lead and direct others in repairing, maintaining and installing both manual and automatic irrigated systems and related equipment, including but not limited to hydraulic and electrically operated irrigation controllers. Inspect systems, repair and adjust controllers, automatic and manual valves and complex sprinkler head. Knowledge of Maxi Com central control system.

• Knowledge and skill to operate commonly used grounds equipment and tools.
• Demonstrated ability and skill to repair, install, and maintain irrigation systems.
• Skill in operating trenchers, tractors, roto-tillers, and other commonly used power-driven grounds equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to determine material requirements and estimate project costs.
• Ability to be flexible and adjust to changing priorities.
• Ability to follow through and carry out assignments.
• Problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally, in writing, and electronically.
• Ability to consistently perform assigned job duties.
• Valid California driver's license.
• 1-3 yearsof experience in irrigation system installation, maintenance, and repair, including hands-on experience with manual and automatic systems, electrical control systems, and Maxicom systems.

• Required to hold a valid drivers license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.

• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Ability to understand Departmental and UCI policies and procedures.
• Ability to develop short- and medium-range irrigation development and design plans.
• Ability and skill to check own work and documentation for completion and accuracy.
• Knowledge and ability to coordinate preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, both manual and automatic.

• Must possess a valid California Driver License, and participate in the Employee Pull Notice program.
• Must be available for on-call assignments or alternate work schedule.
• Must be willing to work weekends.

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