Irrigation Technician - Installation

Why Work at BYUAs the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.”Our

unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Irrigation Technician – Installation Job Overview:

Are you interested in being a part of a team that helps make the BYU campus a beautiful place of inspired learning? We work to create an inspiring outdoor setting for all who visit BYU. With a standard of excellence supporting every endeavor, we accept Brigham Young’s challenge to “render the earth so pleasant that when you look upon your labors you may do so with pleasure, and that angels may delight to come and visit your beautiful locations.”The

Irrigation Install Specialist designs, installs, maintains, repairs, and schedules all irrigation system and water features on BYU campus and the Missionary Training Center. He/she works directly with contractors and site inspectors through planning, execution, and project completion. He/she works with contractors and other shops to locate utilities on site as needed and to repair systems damaged during construction. He/she also has standby responsibilities for after-hours campus emergencies March through November;

and participates in snow removal. Willing to train on the job, depending on experience.

What you’ll do in this position:

Safety, Public Relations, Vehicle Maintenance, and Inspections Design and install irrigation systems with an average 70% efficiency.

Understand various wire sizes and voltages 24-110 volts, understand voltage draw/ resistance capacities, line loss and wire sizing charts. Understand wiring schematics to troubleshoot irrigation controller, wiring, and valve issues.

Construction and Heavy Equipment Operation with the ability to obtain a Class B CDL for operating commercial dump trucks.

Standby Responsibilities Year-round. Be on call to work with a team in assigned snow removal areas to clear walks, stairs, roads, plazas, crosswalks, ADA areas, parking lots, and as necessary, athletic fields.

Fulfill snow removal duties in a safe and non-destructive manner, bearing in mind the needs and safety of the intended user

What qualifies you for this role:

Required:

A firm commitment to the mission of BYU1-2 years’ experience in irrigation install/repair

Ability to pass post-interview physical exam Physical effort: moderate, represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions

Environment: frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions such as all-weather, or working in cramped, very dirty, or unpleasant quarters

Hazards:
Moderate existing or potential hazards

Completing tasks and projects without direct supervision

Cultivating relationships with university personnel

Skilled project management/coordination

Training and mentoring students/employees

Maintain a positive attitude and demonstrate good emotional intelligence

Preferred:

Landscape Management Degree or related bachelors degree plus 3+ years’ experience in irrigation install/repair

Knowledge of campus and job Preferred Certifications (or ability to obtain shortly after hire):

Pump station components (pumps, filters, etc.)Marking underground utilities

Irrigation hydraulics & components

Irrigation scheduling/auditing

Blueprints/plans for takeoffsIA Certified (CID, CIT, CIC, CLIA)
HDPE Pipe Fusion certification

Leadership certification/training

Backflow certification

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