Grounds Irrigation Specialist - Levelland

South Plains College; Levelland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

South Plains College in Levelland, TX is seeking a Facilities/Grounds Technician to install and maintain campus irrigation systems and perform related concrete work.

The role requires reading plans, basic electrical and plumbing skills, and operating grounds equipment. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; a valid Texas driver’s license is required; 2 years irrigation experience preferred. This is a full-time position on the Levelland Campus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of electronics, wiring, and plumbing is advantageous.
• Experience with irrigation systems and related components preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and understand plans.
• Install and/or repair irrigation systems, stations, controllers, valves, and wiring.
• Build forms for pouring concrete.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Safely operate various grounds equipment (tractor, backhoe, mower, loader, etc.).
• On snowy or icy days report for work at 7:00 a.m. and assist with snow/ice removal.

Skills

Reading plans

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Grounds equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grounds equipment (tractor, backhoe, mower)

Job description

Department

Department LEVL - Physical Plant

Employment Status

Employment Status FT Full-Time

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Benefits Yes

Months per Year 12

Job Description

SouthPlains College

Job Description

SUMMARY

Primary responsibility is installation, maintenance, and operation of campus irrigation systems.

LOCATION

Levelland Campus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Read and understand plans.

Knowledge of electronics, wiring, and plumbing.

Install and/or repair irrigation systems, stations, controllers, valves, and wiring.

Build forms for pouring concrete.

Pour and finish concrete.

Safely operate various types of grounds equipment. (Tractor, backhoe, mower, loader, ditcher, packer, edger, backpack blower, shovel, etc.)

On snowy or icy days reports for work at 7:00 a.m. and helps with snow and ice removal.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities except as assigned by Grounds Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree ( GED ) is preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read drawings, plans, comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence,

and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out multiple step instructions which can sometimes be complicated.

CERTIFICATES , LICENSES , REGISTRATIONS

Valid Texas motor vehicle operator’s license and insurability.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential

functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually noisy.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/ GED
Valid Texas Drivers License
2 years landscape irrigation experience

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Media File
• Portfolio
• Personal History Statement (Campus Police Only)
• License