Parks Irrigation Technician

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Department:
Parks & Recreation Reports to:
Irrigation Supervisor

Summary: Under basic supervision, installs, maintains, and repairs commercial irrigation systems used in the City's parks, sports fields, and landscaped areas for the Parks and Recreation Department.

Essential Functions: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

• Tests, repairs and maintains Parks Department water irrigation systems; tests, repairs, replaces, installs, troubleshoots, and maintains electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic components.
• Identifies and troubleshoots problems with irrigation systems and components, including pumps, valves, pipes, heads, electrical devices, and flow meters; repairs and replaces components as necessary.
• Inspects and diagnoses water irrigation management system problems; repairs and replaces clocks and timer components; adjusts irrigation timing system, watering schedule, and area coverage.
• Operates vehicles and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Completes daily work log, incident and accident reports, and requisitions for supplies and materials.
• Works on assigned projects, and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
• Inspects irrigation systems installed by contractors.
• Maintains plumbing systems in parks and community centers.
• Assists with preparation of irrigation plans and specifications.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; reports problems and emergency situations; recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Supports the departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Odessa and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work‑related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines:
High School Diploma or GED preferred. 1 year of irrigation system maintenance experience desired.

Knowledge Of

• Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in maintenance of parks.
• Commercial irrigation system design and maintenance practices and standards, and operational characteristics of automated irrigation management systems.
• Methods, materials, and standards used to install, test, maintain, and repair commercial irrigation water meters, valves, and electrical and electronic control devices.
• Federal, state, and City safety rules and regulations, and irrigation and plumbing system codes.
• OSHA Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

Skill In

• Diagnosing repair problems on automated irrigation maintenance management systems.
• Installing, repairing, and maintaining irrigation and plumbing systems according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Following safe work practices.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co‑workers.
• Effective verbal and written communication.

License and certification requirements: A Texas Driver's License is required.

Physical demands and working environment: Work is performed indoors, outdoors, and at City facilities; requires moderate physical efforts, and the ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment. Must use City approved safety shoes.

Salary: $20.37 per hour