Campus Irrigation Systems Technician

UCI group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine's Facilities Management is seeking an Irrigation Technician to repair, maintain and install irrigation systems across campus. Under supervision, you will inspect controllers, valves and related equipment, ensuring reliable operation of manual and automatic systems and supporting sustainable landscape programs.

You will work with grounds staff to estimate material needs, perform preventive maintenance, and follow safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of irrigation systems, manual and automatic.
• Operate grounds equipment and tools.
• Repair, install and maintain irrigation systems.
• Operate trenchers, tractors, roto-tillers and other larger grounds equipment.
• Determine material requirements and estimate project costs.
• Flexible and able to adjust to changing priorities.
• Follow through and carry out assignments.
• Problem-solving skills and sound judgement.
• Communicate orally, in writing and electronically.
• 1–3 years experience installing, repairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting irrigation systems.
• Must possess California Driver License and participate in DMV Pull Notice program.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install irrigation systems.
• Inspect systems, repair and adjust controllers, valves, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of MaxiCom central control system and its operation.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Grounds equipment

Irrigation repair

Trenchers & tractors

Material estimation

Flexibility

Execution

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Irrigation experience (1-3y)

Tools

MaxiCom central control system

Job description

UC Irvine's Facilities Management is seeking an Irrigation Technician to repair, maintain and install irrigation systems across campus. Under supervision, you will inspect controllers, valves and related equipment, ensuring reliable operation of manual and automatic systems and supporting sustainable landscape programs.

You will work with grounds staff to estimate material needs, perform preventive maintenance, and follow safety procedures.