Sprinkler and Irrigation Technician

TITLE: Sprinkler and Irrigation Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Plan, design, install, troubleshoot and maintain manual and automatic sprinkler and drip systems. Performs backflow testing and repairs; maintains and repairs landscaping maintenance machinery and tools. Plants and maintain shrubs, trees, and flowers. Understands sprinkler system controls and programs settings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
2. Three (3) years of experience in irrigation/sprinkler installation, maintenance, and repair
3. Experience in landscape sprinkler system installation and repairs, backflow testing and repairs, and sprinkler controls.
4. Backflow certifcation preferred
5. Ability to obtain a State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint
6. Arizona Driver’s License with clean driving record

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, design, install, troubleshoot and maintain manual and automatic drip and sprinkler systems.
• Plans and designs landscaping; determines plant location taking into consideration such factors as lighting, water availability, temperature, humidity and space requirements.
• Test, inspect and repair to various backflow assemblies associated with irrigation systems.
• Perform routine inspection and maintenance on landscaping machinery and equipment.
• Plant and maintain shrubs, trees, flowers and groundcovers.
• Care for growing plants by watering, pruning, weeding and removing dead or damaged foliage or limbs/branches.
• Mix and apply a variety of fertilizers to obtain proper nutrient balance for each plant.
• Mow lawns, remove debris from stairs and walks, rake leaves, edge sidewalks.
• May operate equipment to include mowers, trucks, forklifts, skid loader, trenchers, edgers, chainsaws, brush trimmers, and other landscaping hand tools.
• Assists in the maintenance of other areas within District.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Knowledge of landscape maintenance and irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, time clocks, valve electrical wiring and manifold functions
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures
• Knowledge of fertilization techniques
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, and procedures of grounds care
• Skill in the repair and installation of underground irrigation sprinkler systems
• Skill in operating landscape maintenance equipment
• Skill in verbal and written communication

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Hazardous chemicals and dangerous machinery
Exposure to extreme weather conditions

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Lifts, moves, or carries objects weighing up to 80 pounds
Bending, stooping or standing for prolonged periods of time
Operate a District vehicle

WORK YEAR: 12 months

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Facilities Management For Learners

GRADE: 44

REPORTS TO: Department Manager or Supervisor

EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES: N/A

Salary : $17