Campus Irrigation Technician: Pumps, VFDs & System Repair

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a department of Florida State University, is seeking an Irrigation Technician in Sarasota, FL. The role specializes in pump maintenance, irrigation system troubleshooting, and water-conserving scheduling across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include repairing irrigation components, configuring VFD-driven pumps, and coordinating with grounds staff to ensure landscape health while complying with local water regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years' experience.
• Relevant Technical or Vocational degree may substitute for experience.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting 50 pounds and working in extreme weather.
• Valid Florida driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitors, adjusts, and repairs irrigation systems throughout campus for optimal performance.
• Establishes irrigation schedules to meet landscaping needs while prioritizing water conservation.
• Completes work orders and submits paperwork in a timely manner.
• Collaborates with the groundskeeping team to support plant health and grounds maintenance.
• Maintains trees, plants, shrubs, flowers, and grass through pruning, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, and mulching.
• Designs and installs irrigation systems (manual and automatic).
• Performs trenching, backfilling, and excavation for irrigation installation.
• Provides information about plants to visitors and operates motorized vehicles.
• Performs other duties supporting museum operations.

Skills

Irrigation troubleshooting

VFD operation

Pump maintenance

Carpentry/handyman

Education

High School Diploma

Technical/Vocational degree substitute

Tools

Power tools

Lawn & landscaping machinery

Trenching equipment

Job description

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a department of Florida State University, is seeking an Irrigation Technician in Sarasota, FL. The role specializes in pump maintenance, irrigation system troubleshooting, and water-conserving scheduling across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include repairing irrigation components, configuring VFD-driven pumps, and coordinating with grounds staff to ensure landscape health while complying with local water regulations.