Irrigation Technician

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of all campus irrigation systems. It will work as part of a team to accomplish goals and objectives.

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance of systems, tools, equipment and vehicles related to campus irrigation.
• Assist with locating irrigation lines, sprinkler heads and valves when Dig Line requests.
• Coordinate with various trade groups and contractors as needed.
• May train or supervise the work of others.
• One year related to commercial or institutional irrigation systems involving installation and maintenance.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls and serve on paid weekend on-call duty on a regular rotation, typically every three weeks during the irrigation season.

• Two years of post-secondary education or training in the fields of construction, irrigation systems maintenance and operations, landscape maintenance and operations.
• Two additional years of experience related to commercial and residential irrigation systems, for a total of three years.
• Experience operating computerized equipment and computer software for record keeping, email, database entry, photo archiving and irrigation management systems.
• Knowledge of reclaimed water systems, codes and regulations.
• Ability to operate a variety of irrigation/landscape equipment such as loaders, backhoes, graders, rollers, excavators, trenchers, forklifts, skid steer loaders, mowers, etc.
• Knowledge of low voltage systems used in irrigation.

• Ability to:
  • Lift and carry or otherwise move up to 40 pounds in a routine, repetitive manner.
  • Bend, stoop, dig, climb ladders and walk throughout the workday.
  • Work on uneven and slick surfaces.
  • Work in confined spaces occasionally.
  • Work in inclement weather conditions.
  • Work safely in high traffic/congested pedestrian areas.
  • Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing duties.

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour, depending on experience.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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