Irrigation & Grounds Technician

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is seeking an Irrigation Technician for the North District to manage all irrigation-related operations, including system start-up/shutdown, monitoring, and well/pump oversight. The role emphasizes safety and compliance in a campus setting.

Responsibilities include inspections, installations, repairs, adjusting schedules for water conservation, and providing training to staff on irrigation systems.

Qualifications

• Commercial irrigation experience that included installing irrigation systems, system start-up and shutdown, emergency repairs, system monitoring and performance optimization.
• Large-scale landscaping and grounds maintenance experience in environments such as parks, golf courses, schools, campuses, etc.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs irrigation work related to the campus irrigation system, including inspections, installations, repairs, and monitoring water flow across campus irrigation systems.
• Evaluates irrigation system performance, water flow, pressure, and sprinkler coverage to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Adjust irrigation schedules to support water conservation and efficient operations.
• Diagnoses irrigation system failures and determines appropriate repair methods based on system conditions and operational needs.
• Troubleshoots and repairs of low-voltage electrical control systems associated with irrigation operations.
• Evaluates well and pump system performance and implements operational or maintenance adjustments to maintain reliable irrigation service.
• Provides training, guidance, and technical support to staff on irrigation operations and systems.
• Reviews completed irrigation work to ensure compliance with operational standards, irrigation best practices, and department expectations.
• Provides performance-related feedback and operational input to the Grounds Supervisor.
• Apply herbicides and/or pesticides to trees, shrubs, and lawns according to federal and state regulations.

Skills

Irrigation experience

Landscape maintenance

Driver's license

Job description

Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) is seeking an Irrigation Technician for the North District to manage all irrigation-related operations, including system start-up/shutdown, monitoring, and well/pump oversight. The role emphasizes safety and compliance in a campus setting.

Responsibilities include inspections, installations, repairs, adjusting schedules for water conservation, and providing training to staff on irrigation systems.