Operate and maintain irrigation systems for parks and athletic fields.
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.
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 Texas Driver’s License required; a current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferredKnowledge 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.
