Parks Irrigation Technician — Stable

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.

Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.

The starting hourly range for this position is $23.89 - $29.86/hour based on experience and education.

Position Type:
Unlimited Position

Salary Range $23.89 - $35.84. Target Pay $23.89 - $29.86/hour based on experience and education.

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location:

Denver, Parks and Recreation.

We are seeking two full-time Irrigation Technician positions to support operations within the Northwest and Southwest districts in Denver.

To see a map of the parks districts, please .

Typical work schedule:
Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., with some weekend work required.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair irrigation systems for park properties, including programming irrigation systems to achieve the highest level of efficiency.
• Perform semi-skilled, unlicensed trades work in multiple areas including irrigation system maintenance, mechanical maintenance, tool machinery, equipment maintenance, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, etc.
• Read irrigation drawings and perform construction, maintenance/repair and replacement of broken parts on various equipment.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance, and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time, and cost of repairs.
• Complete utility locates for contractors.
• Clean, adjust, and lubricate engines, pumps, and compressors; and replace belts and filters.
• Operate and maintain lightweight vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize a computer for diagnosing system problems.
• Maintain irrigation and sprinkler systems for seasonal use.
• Assist in additional special projects such as volunteer projects or special events.
• Participate in snow removal and other park maintenance duties as needed.

• High school graduation or possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience maintaining and repairing commercial, agricultural, or related irrigation systems.
• Valid Driver's License at the time of application, kept current as condition of employment.
• Experience working with a horticulturist to develop a watering plan of plants and flowers.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, programming, and installing irrigation central control systems and parts.
• Toro Sentinel Central Control System experience preferred, but not required.
• Combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for minimum education and experience requirements.

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City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions during a citywide emergency.

Position:
Unlimited Position.

This position is expected to remain open until August 5th, 2026.

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose - for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise.

See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here.

Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

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