Parks Department Irrigation Technician
Operate and maintain irrigation systems for parks and athletic fields.
Essential Functions :
- Maintain and repair irrigation system and related components used in city parks;
- Operate test equipment to determine proper functioning of irrigation system;
- Evaluate condition of irrigation system, maintain records of system performance and maintenance;
- Lead the work and train less experienced workers in irrigation maintenance;
- Maintain records of work performed;
- Modify park irrigation schedules to facilitate other parks and recreation activities;
- Serve on-call duty as required;
- Perform related duties as required.
Qualifications :
Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent. Preferred one year of irrigation related experience or grounds maintenance work; or any combination or relevant education and experience which provides the following :
Physical Exam Required Valid Current Commercial Driver's License
Knowledge and Abilities :
Knowledge of : Turf maintenance and renovation practices; Basic carpentry and painting; Basic plumbing related to repairs of irrigation piping, water supply piping and control valves; Basic electrical repair related to repairs / installations of irrigation valve wiring; Assembly and installation of back-flow prevention devices; Water pipe sizing; Precipitation rates of sprinklers; Function, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of irrigation system components.Ability to : Read and write to comprehend instructions; Maintain records and prepare reports; Perform irrigation system maintenance, repairs, and installation; Operate a variety of equipment used in park irrigation maintenance; Recognize safety hazards, correct the hazard, or notify others of the hazard; Read and interpret irrigation plans; Adapt to changing situations.Physical Requirements :Continuously lift and carry up to 25 pounds;Frequently lift and carry up to 50 pounds;Occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds;Continuously walk and stand during the shift;Occasionally climb ladders, stairs and inclined surfaces;Frequently bend and kneel during the shift;Frequently push and pull objects;Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;Frequently reach above, at or below shoulder height;Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle or equipment.