Grounds Technician - Irrigation; Effective

SUMMARY

Installs and repairs irrigation lines and systems, electrical controllers, evaporation/transportation gauges, and rain sensors. Coordinates activities with other trades shops, building engineers, and contractors.

• Four years of irrigation or related experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes.

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Post-offer/pre-employment physical examination and 75 lb. lift test.
• Backflow and Reclaim Water required after hire.
• Must hold a current Arizona Driver’s license and have accrued no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB‑R‑1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services
  - Transportation by Employees.

Effective: 2026‑2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location:

Facilities
- Broadway & Kino Parkway Area

Classification:
Blue Collar

FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day

Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.