Irrigation Manager - Oasis at Death Valley

XANTERRA TRAVEL COLLECTION; California; On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Death Valley National Park pass

Lodging/room discounts

Discounts on park amenities

Job summary

The Oasis at Death Valley, part of Xanterra Travel Collection, seeks an experienced Irrigation Manager to lead the resort’s irrigation programs for landscapes and golf. You will oversee systems, pumps, valves, sensors, and water distribution to maximize efficiency and ensure environmental compliance.

Responsibilities include scheduling crews, maintaining records, and implementing preventative maintenance programs across all irrigation assets.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical and hydraulics parts related to the irrigation system including valves, controllers, and pumps.
• Ability to operate light motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in ground maintenance work.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Develop irrigation plans tailored to resort landscape to ensure efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Schedule and direct personnel, equipment, and subcontractors to deliver quality irrigation services.
• Maintain, identify, and correct irrigation system problems and electrical problems.
• Document daily activities; maintain accurate repair records.
• Assist with daily ground maintenance using a structured program.
• Monitor irrigation systems and repair issues as they arise; perform preventative maintenance.

Skills

Electrical & hydraulics knowledge

Light equipment operation

Tools & maintenance methods

Following directions

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Overview

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Engineering & Maintenance team at the Oasis at Death Valley!

The Oasis at Death Valley is situated in a lush, spring-fed desert oasis, surrounded by the vast and arid desert of Death Valley National Park. The Oasis operates the historic AAA Four Diamond Inn and Ranch, restaurants, gift shops, and the world's lowest elevation golf course. Both hotels are open year-round and feature swimming pools fed by naturally warm local springs.

At The Oasis at Death Valley, irrigation is part of a unique water recycling system built around our property’s natural spring water pools. Spring water flows through the pools on our property for our guests to enjoy before flowing into a series of collection ponds, which have been recognized by Audubon International as wildlife habitat. From there, it is pumped throughout the property for landscape and golf course irrigation. This system allows the same water resource to serve multiple purposes, making irrigation operations an important part of the Oasis’s broader sustainability and water recycling efforts and a rare, world-class example of large-scale water recycling system within the hospitality industry.

For more information regarding water conservation at the Oasis, please click the link below: Water Conservation at The Oasis - The Oasis at Death Valley

We’re hiring an Irrigation Manager to Live. Work. Explore. in Death Valley National Park!

Job Summary:

The Resort Irrigation Manager oversees the complete program operation, and maintenance of the irrigation systems for the Oasis at Death Valley Resort’s landscapes, golf courses, topiaries and other outdoor areas. This role requires complete technical irrigation expertise encompassing computer/control systems, Pumps and their related filter and pressure systems, Valves, sensors and plant to water distribution needs and uniformity. This position also requires strong operational management background to ensure water efficiency, plant health and compliance with environmental and regulatory standards. The incumbent will be required to build a seasonal preventative maintenance guide to ensure proper care of all areas requiring irrigation. Create and update the irrigation system on drawings indicating valve, head and line locations.

The Details:

Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $31.25 - $33.65 Hourly
Schedule: Typical schedule is 40 hours, 5 days per week (may include weekends, evenings, and holidays)

Why the Oasis at Death Valley?

Death Valley National Park is in the northern Mojave Desert in California and is the largest National Park outside of Alaska. With incredibly diverse ecosystems, sand dunes, mountains, and America's lowest elevations, Death Valley is an incredible place to call home. We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests.

Life at the Oasis:

• Employee housing (dormitory-style or RV site)
• Free breakfast and lunch with $4 dinners in the employee dining room (cafeteria-style)
• Free on-site laundry facility, Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Disability Insurance
• 401k with match
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Learning and Development Programs

Perks:

• Free Death Valley National Park pass
• Free access to pool, golf course, rec center, gym and sports court
• Retail, Lodging and Travel Discounts
• Planned employee trips and activities
• $350 Referral Bonus Program
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Develop irrigation plans tailored to resort landscape to ensure efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations.
• Schedule and direct personnel, equipment, and subcontractors to deliver quality irrigation services.
• Maintain, Identify, and correct Irrigation system problems and electrical problems.
• Document daily activities; maintain accurate repair records.
• Assist with daily ground maintenance using a structured program.
• Monitor all aspects of the irrigation system and identify any problems as they arise. Repair as required.
• Apply preventative maintenance programs for all equipment and landscape for maximum irrigation efficiency.
• Create and enforce maintenance schedule
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical and hydraulic issues in pumps and irrigations systems.
• Perform routine maintenance such as lubrications, leak checks and hydraulic issues in pumps.
• Maintain clean, organized and stocked workstations in the irrigation parts room and assigned equipment.
• Recognize safety hazards and act accordingly.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Respond to all emergencies requiring irrigation needs.
• Must demonstrate professional and courteous behavior with all guests and employees.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge of all electrical and hydraulics parts related to the irrigation system including valves, controllers, and pumps.
• Ability to operate light motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of tools, methods and materials used in ground maintenance work.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Basic Competencies:

• Able to follow instructions with follow up, respect, and integrity.
• Able to provide quick and productive solutions to a multitude of challenges and/or limited resources.
• Ability to demonstrate sense urgency around deadlines, guest experience and the Oasis at Death Valley branding.
• High level of professionalism and communication skills and verbal comprehension.
• Possess basic skills such as: attention to detail, reasoning skills, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate professional and courteous behavior with all guests and employees

Employment Conditions:

• Work safely to prevent on the job accidents and injuries.
• Work safely to ensure company equipment is secure.
• Wear protective equipment as required by the job duties.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures.
• Complete required training programs.
• Work hours may include a nonstandard workweek, overtime, and various shift work as needed.

Physical Requirements:

• 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.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. up to shoulder height.
• Must be able to withstand working in extreme temperatures.
• Must be able to work on foot for at least 8 hours per day.

Work Environment:

• Arid and dry climate and extreme summer temperatures.
• Gusty winds, blowing dust, and falling debris such as branches, trees, etc.
• Exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.
• Moderate noise level.

Environmental Commitment:

As an Oasis at Death Valley employee, you have a responsibility to protect the environment. While on duty, you are to comply with all environmental regulations and policies, prevent pollution of the environment, reduce waste, and recycle.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.