Irrigation and Grounds Technician, Seasonal

Description

About Denver Botanic Gardens: Green inside and out, Denver Botanic Gardens was founded in 1951 and is considered one of the top botanical gardens in the United States and a pioneer in water conservation. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, The Gardens has a robust living plant collection, natural history collection and art collection along with temporary art exhibitions. The Gardens is a dynamic, 24-acre urban oasis in the heart of the city, offering unforgettable opportunities to flourish with unique garden experiences for the whole family – as well as world-class exhibitions, education, and plant conservation research programs.

For more information, visit us online at www.botanicgardens.org.

Denver Botanic Gardens is currently seeking a Seasonal Irrigation and Grounds Technician at our Chatfield Farms location! Read below to see if the requirements might be a good fit for you:

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the Manager of Operations and the Assistant Manager of Irrigation, this position provides support to Horticulture, CSA, and the Operations departments through applying appropriate irrigation and grounds maintenance techniques. This position performs tasks related to the installation, maintenance and operation of irrigation systems, water features, pathways and common garden areas at Chatfield Farms.

Requirements

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinates with horticulture, CSA, and operations team to operate irrigation controller efficiently.
• Performs weekly irrigation diagnostic evaluation of equipment, responds to emergency call outs, troubleshoots problems and takes actions to ensure plant / system integrity;
• Performs assigned tasks including, but not limited to digging trenches and ditches, laying pipe, installation, cleaning and maintenance of water features and pumps.
• Responsible for outdoor pond cleaning and maintenance.
• Operates various types of equipment such as backpack blowers, string trimmers, and other handheld tools.
• Maintains all pathways throughout the property with respect to safety and clearance.
• Observes and monitors data, machinery, and equipment to determine compliance with prescribed operating and safety standards.
• Operates power driven machinery such as trenches, carts, and trucks.
• Assists with garden installations and construction projects.
• Coordinates with horticulture, CSA, and Operations staff to keep common garden areas clean.
• Participates with snow removal as assigned.
• Participates in special events as needed including but not limited to Concerts, Corn Maze, Lavender Festival, Pumpkin Festival and Trail of Lights. Duties may include assisting in set-up, teardown, planning, cleanup, etc.
• Assures safety standards are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal
• Demonstrates superior seamless customer service, integrity, and commitment to innovation, efficiency, and fiscally responsible activity
• Maintains a satisfactory working relationship with managers, co-workers and others.
• Maintains a positive, helpful and solution orientated demeanor when requesting to or serving members and visitors.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing, etc.
• Operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Regular attendance at the worksite will be required.
• All Gardens employees must be committed to the mission of connecting people with plants, especially plants from the Rocky Mountain region and similar regions around the world, providing delight and enlightenment to everyone.
  
  

Position Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have proven excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills in dealing with the public.
• Ability to maintain stability under pressure and able to deal well with stressful situations.
• Ability to be flexible and willing to modify plans when necessary, throughout the day.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends and/or holidays.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook and Teams.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary.
• Must be a positive representative of the Gardens both internally and externally at all times.
• Must work with respect and cooperation at all times with fellow employees and the public.
• Must be committed to working safely at all times.
  
  

Experience/Education

• High school diploma / GED and/or combination of education and equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in irrigation systems /grounds maintenance is required. Two years or more experience is preferred.
• Possession of or progress toward a Landscape Irrigation Technician Certification within one year of hire date is required.
• Position requires a valid driver’s license.
  
  

Come work for a place that offers you SO much more than just a paycheck!