Irrigation Technician

Department

Physical Facilities, Grounds

$18.67 Hourly

Under the general direction of Grounds Management, installs, maintains, and manages the computerized irrigation systems, controllers, and backflow devices in a safe manner. Primary accountabilities also include monitoring and operating the college’s computerized water management system and performing all the duties of a Groundskeeper position. Performs work as a designated essential personnel member. Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis, subject to supervisory direction and review.

Work performing independent tasks and/or assisting the irrigation crew and/or supervisor in keeping the campus irrigation systems in good working condition to ensure that the campus landscape is properly watered while working to improve water conservation on campus.

• Operates, maintains, and repairs existing irrigation systems to ensure adequate moisture for plantings. Sets and maintains automatic irrigation systems to run systematically according to the landscape care program.

• Designs, installs, tests, and maintains new irrigation systems, backflow devices, and controllers.

• Monitors and operates the college-wide Maxicom System (computerized water management system). Replaces hardware as needed for this system (e.g., wires, valves, etc.)

• Operates special and/or heavy equipment and vehicles to perform the duties of an irrigation specialist and equipment operator.

• Assists in planning and construction of special campus projects on all campuses as assigned.

• Installs and maintains all irrigation backflow devices district-wide.

• Works with the Grounds Foreperson to plan and complete landscape projects at multiple sites.

• Orders irrigation supplies, spare parts, and equipment as authorized and takes deliveries on or off campus. Obtains quotes for services from outside contractors as requested, in compliance with college guidelines.

• Documents and maintains appropriate logs, records, and inventory of systems. Such as blueprints using Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software and geographical information systems (GIS).

• Recommends and assists in prioritization of upgrades and replacement of systems and equipment. Assist in budget preparation related to this work.

• Coordinates the college’s efforts under the City BES Sewer Credit Program to ensure that appropriate credits are received.

• Responds to work order requests and needs for assistance through various communication methods.

• Performs specialized tasks during adverse weather conditions and college closures. In the event of unscheduled closures due to weather events and/or other circumstances, serves as “essential personnel” for reopening the college.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Supplementary responsibilities

  • Assists in the collection of meter readings and other data for reporting to governmental agencies

  • Grounds maintenance when necessary

  • Assist with any other Physical Facilities responsibilities as requested by the supervisor.

This position is designated as a Tier 2 respondent for designated campus emergencies and events. In the event of a declared campus emergency, the position incumbent will make every effort to return to campus when directed.

Hand tools & power tools; electric carts/trucks/trucksters; riding/walk-behind mowers; power landscaping equipment; multimeters; ground fault detector; small farm tractors/implements; trencher

Close supervision. The incumbent’s work is reviewed by the supervisor for accuracy and to ensure instructions are being followed.

High school diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of…