Campus Irrigation & Landscape Technician I

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Stanford University Grounds Services Department seeks a reliable Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I to maintain and repair irrigation systems and landscape features across campus. The role involves routine maintenance, inspections, and minor installations, with guidance from leads as needed.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a California driver’s license; prior sprinkler/irrigation experience is preferred. This is a fixed-term, hourly position based at Stanford’s Palo Alto campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year sprinkler/irrigation and landscaping experience preferred.
• Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver’s license.
• Basic understanding of centralized irrigation control systems.
• Basic computer skills and smartphone use.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designated areas for installation and repair of irrigation systems and other landscape components.
• Install handheld remote unit to operate controller remotely.
• Utilize computerized tools to analyze irrigation systems for problems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs for sprinkler/irrigation systems.
• Visually inspect irrigation systems, lawns and plant areas for moisture balance.
• Apply mulch to designated areas.
• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, etc. and install edging headers as directed.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Basic horticultural knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year sprinkler/irrigation and landscaping experience

Tools

Centralized irrigation control systems

Smartphone usage

Job description

Stanford University Grounds Services Department seeks a reliable Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I to maintain and repair irrigation systems and landscape features across campus. The role involves routine maintenance, inspections, and minor installations, with guidance from leads as needed.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a California driver’s license; prior sprinkler/irrigation experience is preferred. This is a fixed-term, hourly position based at Stanford’s Palo Alto campus.