Irrigation Technician

Summary:

Responsible for the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. This involves both repair and new irrigation installation work and requires frequent hand digging and use of trenching and/or mini-backhoe. Assist the plumber with yearly backflow inspection of irrigation devices. Assisting fountain and pump maintenance.

• Maintains and repairs garden-wide irrigation systems, including spring startup, fall winterization, and coordination of annual backflow testing.
• Participates in planning and construction of new irrigation systems and monitors contractors.
• Creates and maintains accurate records and drawings of buried utilities.
• Inspects irrigated areas to ensure adequate soaking and prevent water waste.
• Provides site protection for staff and visitors by barricading and covering open trenches and holes during repairs.
• Assists plumber with installation, repair, and servicing of plumbing fixtures, water and sewer pipes, sump pumps, chemical and grease traps, and related equipment.
• Assists with fountain maintenance.
• Maintains inventory of frequently used supplies and replacement parts.
• Identifies and initiates corrective actions for plumbing code or safety violations.
• Ensures safety standards are followed, informs employees of guidelines, and enforces them.
• Adapts or modifies work methods to reduce hazards.
• Reports all accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents immediately.
• May assist HVAC staff with new piping system installations.
• Meets expected attendance guidelines.
• Follows established policies and procedures.
• Behaves & communicates respectfully within the Garden.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. However, at times, an individual may monitor and direct job duties for contract plumbers and other staff on large projects or events.

• Communication – Listens, writes clearly, speaks professionally, and supports positive visitor relations.
• Collaboration – Demonstrates teamwork, promotes respect, engages in problem solving, and cooperates on process improvements.
• Accountability – Prioritizes, troubleshoots, and takes appropriate actions while following policies and meeting safety standards.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems, involves supervisors when necessary, recommends solutions, and demonstrates judgment.
• Stewardship – Promotes sustainability, safety, security, diversity, and inclusion while using resources prudently.

• Five (5) years installing, repairing, and servicing commercial irrigation piping systems and controls.
• Knowledge of industry standards for commercial irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of local plumbing codes and construction methods.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and use of hand tools, trenching, and mini-backhoe.
• Familiarity with commercial and residential plumbing fixtures is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints and keep accurate records.
• Must be able to adjust priorities based on climate and schedule.
• Self-starter, highly productive, independent, and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Demonstrates highest professional and ethical conduct.
• Some local travel (