Irrigator Technician III - Plumbing

Fort Worth ISD; Poland; On-site; PLN 163,303 - 196,728; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Texas is seeking an Irrigator Technician III to install, repair, and maintain lawn sprinkler systems. This crucial role involves troubleshooting system issues, ensuring safety practices, and collaborating with a team. Qualified candidates should have at least five years of irrigation experience, a Texas Irrigation Technician License, and a valid Texas Driver’s License. The position offers a salary ranging from $45,872 to $55,261 for 244 days of work annually.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in irrigation required.
• Texas Irrigation Technician License required.
• Clear and valid Texas Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Installs and maintains lawn sprinkler systems.
• Repairs and troubleshoots irrigation systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.

Skills

Knowledge of plumbing repairs

Knowledge of safety protocols

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Ability to perform tasks requiring close vision

Education

Accredited High School diploma or GED

Tools

Plumbing tools

Heavy equipment (forklift, trencher)

Job description

Irrigator Technician III – Plumbing JobID: 7167

• Position Type: Supporting District Operations/ Maintenance - General
• Date Posted: 11/7/2025

Reports to: Foreperson - Plumbing

PC#: 2762-13

Pay Grade 805

244 Days

Salary: $45,872 - $55,261

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Purpose

Installs, repairs, troubleshoots, and designs sprinkler systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Maintenance & Repair

• Installs and replaces lawn sprinkler systems according to blueprints, shop sketches, or verbal instructions.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs automatic, semi-automatic, and manually actuated sprinkler systems.
• Cleans, repairs, and flushes out lawn sprinkler heads and systems.
• Adjusts elevation of lawn sprinkler heads, and locates remote valves, piping, and control valves.
• Digs ditches and trenches preparatory to installation, maintenance, and repair work.
• Replaces soil and turf after installation, maintenance, and repair work is completed.
• Installs and repairs PVC.
• Locates leaks in sprinkler systems through physical observation and blueprints.
• Determines corrective action to repair or replace sprinkler systems and type of materials needed.
• Receives and completes work orders. Selects material and hardware and makes time and materials estimates. Maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
• Assists the plumbers during inclement weather or emergency conditions.

Safety

• Maintains inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Personal Work Relationships

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
• Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork. Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
• Knowledge of plumbing codes.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, including District rules and regulations, OSHA, and Texas rules of the road.
• Skill in talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to operate equipment, trenchers - (Case trencher/backhoe combination).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work, including maintaining attention to details and quality, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to perform tasks requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Tools/Equipment Used: Plumbing tools and equipment including pipe bender, propane torch; hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including forklift, trencher, backhoe; light truck or van.
• Posture: Frequent standing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting works in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; frequent repetitive hand motions including grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
• Environment: Works outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; works around gas lines; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; frequently works irregular hours and occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
• Special Requirements: Responds to emergency work requests and works unexpected overtime as required; performs tasks requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency.

• Certifications: Texas Irrigation Technician License; Clear and Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Experience: 5 years of irrigation.

INSURABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DRIVERS

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• NO positive drug or alcohol tests including pre-employment, random, post-accident or reasonable suspicion.
• Driving and accident record: Valid Texas Department of Public Safety Driver Record Check Type 3A-Certified list of all crashes and violations http://dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/driverrecords.htm
• NO more than 2 violations during previous 36 months including:
  • moving traffic violations (including no more than 1 preventable accident);
  • failure to provide proof of valid driver’s license or proof of insurance;
  • equipment violations.
• NO Driving Under the Influence (DUI) for drug or alcohol.
• NO leaving scene of an accident (bodily injury or physical damage).
• NO vehicular assault, manslaughter, or homicide.
• NO operating a vehicle with suspended or revoked driver’s license.
• NO reckless driving, speed contests, drag racing, or highway racing.
• NO use of a vehicle in commission of a felony.
• NO operating a vehicle without owner’s permission (unauthorized use or grand theft).
• NO permitting an unlicensed person to drive.
• NO speeding more than 20 mph over the posted speed limit.
• NO history of a conviction in a commercial or personal motor vehicle.

• Additional restrictions may apply if directed by FWISD’s Fleet Insurance Carrier.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.