Campus Irrigation Systems Technician

The California State University; Sacramento, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The California State University is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to repair, maintain, and install sprinkler systems across the Sacramento campus. You will work under the Grounds and Landscape Services team to optimize irrigation efficiency and ensure compliance with water restrictions.

The role requires knowledge of irrigation controls, field equipment, and the ability to coordinate with campus stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in maintaining sustainable landscapes, irrigation systems, and athletic fields.
• Experience with operating and maintaining equipment such as trenchers, front loaders, back hoes, bobcat loaders, and electronic tracing/troubleshooting equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to use computerized irrigation control systems.
• Ability to use a computerized work order system.
• Ability to maintain records, inventory, and supplies.
• Ability to use standard office software applications (i.e. word processing, email).
• Excellent customer service skills including with vendor and campus stakeholder communication
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with a diverse population.
• Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install sprinkler heads, piping, valves and electronic controllers.
• Set campus irrigation controllers to optimize watering under weather and water restrictions.
• Work with a team on landscape projects, maintenance and repairs.
• Read and interpret work orders for irrigation tasks.
• Follow safety procedures and ensure work quality.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Electronic controllers

Computerized controls

Trenchers/Equipment

Work orders software

Record keeping

Customer service

Teamwork

Diversity & inclusion

Tools

Rain Bird Maxicom

Job description

The California State University is seeking an Irrigation Specialist to repair, maintain, and install sprinkler systems across the Sacramento campus. You will work under the Grounds and Landscape Services team to optimize irrigation efficiency and ensure compliance with water restrictions.

The role requires knowledge of irrigation controls, field equipment, and the ability to coordinate with campus stakeholders.