Irrigation Technicians

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Details

Open Date

Open Date 08/25/2026

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN
46006B

Job Title

Working Title

Career Progression Track S00

Track Level S4 - Highly Skilled, S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? No

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Standard Monday – Friday schedule 6:00am – 2:30pm
Snow Schedule includes being on call nights and weekends and possibly starting at 12:00am during a snow storm. On-Call per rotating shift schedule (2x yr)

VP Area

VP Area President

Department

Department 01751 - ACADEMIC DISTRICT

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range $20.00 - $30.00

Close Date

Close Date 11/25/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Supports and advances the operation, maintenance, and optimization of campus irrigation systems, with responsibilities that scale from seasoned experience to technical leadership and system oversight. Duties include operating, programming, and maintaining the central irrigation control system; troubleshooting and repairing components such as filters, pumps, and piping; and performing preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure system reliability. Positions at higher levels take on increasing responsibility for complex diagnostics, system programming, irrigation scheduling, and sustainable water management.

Advanced roles provide technical expertise in irrigation design, mapping, and construction review; lead projects and staff; and collaborate with Facilities Management, landscape teams, and external partners to support capital improvements and campus development. All levels contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and sustainable campus environment while adhering to University and industry standards and best practices. A valid driver’s license is required.
This position may be filled at Levels II, III , or IV depending on candidate qualifications and department needs. Final level placement will be based on experience, skills, and internal equity considerations.

Irrigation Technician II: Independently performs maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. Operates and programs the central irrigation control system. Troubleshoots system components, conducts preventative maintenance and inspections, and tests and adjust water chemistry. Coordinates with irrigation crews and landscape maintenance to support effective irrigation scheduling.
Irrigation Technician III : Advanced irrigation system operations, including programming, troubleshooting complex issues, and performing major repairs. Develops irrigation schedules to support sustainable water use. Reviews construction documents and provides input on irrigation design and system mapping. Collaborates with Facilities Management and project stakeholders on irrigation strategies.
Irrigation Technician IV: Serves as the technical expert for campus irrigation systems. Oversees system programming, optimization, and long-term performance. Leads irrigation projects and staff, supports capital planning, and provides expert guidance on irrigation design and mapping. Reviews construction documents, conducts site assessments, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with university standards and sustainability goals.
This position may be filled at Levels II, III , or IV depending on candidate qualifications and department needs. Final level…