Irrigation Technician , II, III

Performs skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of irrigation systems across parks, cemeteries, streetscapes, golf course grounds, and other City-managed landscapes. Responsibilities include diagnosing and correcting system malfunctions, programming and operating central control systems, maintaining related records, and supporting generalτω landscape maintenance activities as needed. Higher levels of this classification require increased technical proficiency, certification, and leadership capability.

You must apply through our website  to be considered for this position.

Lafayette has an inescapable small-town feeling that provides a sense of belonging and connection. Whether it’s eclectic Old Town, distinctive neighborhoods, or unique arts and outdoors spaces, the City has a warmth and character all its own, offering a unique vibe and spirit. Lafayette has appeared on numerous national lists of top places to live and safely raise a family.

We are a full-service City, which means services are provided directly to our community such as Police, Fire, Public Works, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Library and Community Arts Center. These types of services offer employment opportunities for a wide array of interests. The City’s mission is to recruit, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce that reflects the unique personality of the community we serve.

• 100% City-paid Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401A Retirement Plan(10.2% City, 8% Employee, immediately
  100% vested upon hire)
• Life Insurance(One year’s salary up to $150,000. AD&D coverage in equal amount)
• Tuition Assistance(up to $5000 per year for approved expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program(free counseling, travel assistance, legal aid, etc)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Bilingual Pay

• Deferred Compensation and Roth Options
• Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
• Identity Theft Program
• Recreation Center Pass
• Wellness Punch Card (100 punches per year to use at golf course, waterpark, etc)

• First year employees will accrue 80 hours Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Floating Holiday Leave
• 11.5 paid City holidays.
• Other leave programs are offered to include FMLA, Parental tentoon bereavement leave

KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of tools, methods, techniques and materials used in irrigation systems; basic electricity, water hydraulics, solid state controllers, computers, automatic valves, weather stations, various types of pumps and pumping stations. Limited knowledge of agronomy, turf grass science, propagation, and maintenance practices for turf and ornamentals. Understanding of safety practices and procedures.