Coordinator, District Irrigation

Tarrant County College District (TCCD); Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 614,000 - 658,000; Full time

Job summary

Tarrant County College District (TCCD) is seeking a Coordinator, District Irrigation to oversee the district-wide irrigation program at the Offsite District Multipurpose Center in Fort Worth. The role ensures compliance with laws, schedules irrigation, and optimizes water use while maintaining landscape health.

Responsibilities include managing installations, creating drawings, monitoring operations, and preparing budgets.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 college credit hours and five (5) years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Irrigation Technician (IT) or Landscape Irrigator (LI) License.
• Valid Texas Driver License with acceptable driving record and reliable transportation; ability to complete driver requirements within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves installation, expansion, upgrades and maintenance of irrigation systems to ensure compliance with laws and guidelines.
• Develops and maintains record drawings for irrigation systems.
• Develops irrigation schedules using weather data and site factors to ensure efficient water management and plant health.
• Collects and monitors seasonal weather data for each campus and site.
• Monitors irrigation system operations for district standards and environmental stewardship.
• Prepares budget packages and funding requests for landscaping projects across campuses.
• Recommends repairs, upgrades, or replacements to ensure reliable operation.
• Participates in safety training programs.

Skills

Irrigation knowledge

Customer service

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Data analysis

Computer literacy

Education

Associate degree or 60 college credits

TCEQ Irrigation Technician License (IT) or LI License

Tools

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Microsoft 365

Job description

Title: Coordinator, District Irrigation

Department: DT Physical Plant

Campus Location: TCCD District Offices

Employee Classification: APT - Administrative

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Compensation Details: Starting Pay - $55,700; Commensurate with education and experience

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant: This position is located at the Offsite District Multipurpose Center (ODMC), 5450 N. Riverside Dr., Fort Worth, TX 76137.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for overseeing the administration of the Tarrant County College District (TCCD) district-wide landscape irrigation program to ensure it meets all applicable requirements and maximizes water use, particularly during drought periods.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Performance Requirements

• Reviews and approves the installation, expansion, upgrades and maintenance of all TCCD landscape irrigation systems, including campus and district central irrigation control systems, to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, regulations, codes and guidelines
• Ensures the development, accuracy, and maintenance of record drawings for all existing and newly installed irrigation systems
• Develops and implements irrigation schedules for all campuses utilizing weather data and site-specific factors, including terrain, soil conditions, and landscape materials, to ensure efficient water management and plant health
• Collects and maintains seasonal weather data for each campus and site and continuously monitors district-wide irrigation system operations to ensure efficient water use, optimal system performance, and the health of landscaped areas
• Monitors irrigation system operations to ensure compliance with district standards and demonstrates the District’s commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible water conservation, particularly during drought conditions
• Identifies opportunities to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of irrigation system operations and maintenance and prepares budget packages and funding requests for landscaping projects and services across all campuses, as needed
• Monitors the physical condition and operational performance of irrigation systems and recommends repairs, upgrades, or replacement projects to ensure reliable, efficient, and sustainable operation
• Participates in ongoing safety training programs covering the procedures, equipment, and work practices necessary to safely perform operational and maintenance activities

Service Excellence

• Participates on behalf of the College in external community organizations and associations as assigned to support the essential performance requirements
• Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
• Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
• Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision

Works under the supervision of the assigned department leader

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or 60 college credit hours and five (5) years’ working experience related to the Essential Performance Requirements; or any equivalent combination of education and work‑related experience
• Current Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Irrigation Technician (IT) or Landscape Irrigator (LI) License
• Valid Texas Driver License with acceptable driving record and reliable transportation; ability to successfully complete TCC authorized driver requirements within the first 90 days of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Irrigation Association Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certification
• At least one (1) year’s working experience using irrigation design software to evaluate, and optimize irrigation systems and related infrastructure
• At least one (1) year’s working experience managing irrigation systems across multiple locations, including identifying, recommending, and implementing improvements that enhance operational efficiency, water conservation, and system reliability

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of irrigation system installation, operation, maintenance, and repair, including water management principles, system optimization, and preventative maintenance practices
• Skilled in delivering high-quality customer service and building effective interpersonal relationships, including strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Skilled in using computer applications and enterprise systems, including the Microsoft Office suite, Microsoft 365 platform, and Smartsheet
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in collaborative environments, engaging with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly, ensuring accurate and timely completion, while exhibiting strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast‑paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume
• Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted, or up to 75 pounds with the assistance of other employees or equipment as appropriate. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.