Irrigation Operations Supervisor

MOUNT OLIVET CEMETERY ASSOCIATION; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Olivet Cemetery Association in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, seeks an Irrigation Superintendent to oversee operation and maintenance of irrigation systems across Mt. Olivet and Saint Simeon locations.

The role includes supervising an irrigation technician and ensuring efficient water use in compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include planning maintenance, coordinating with agencies, reading blueprints, and managing water-related projects to protect water rights and optimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Associate degree required.
• 5–7 years of related experience with 2–3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Certifications in irrigation management.
• Field experience and business management experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water facilities including wells, reservoirs, pump houses, headgates, and pipelines.
• Manage water use to comply with decree requirements; develop reports on water usage trends.
• Develop maintenance programs and log reports; perform preventive maintenance on irrigation systems.
• Interact with site owners, regulatory agencies, engineers, contractors, and staff; communicate with neighbors affected by irrigation operations.
• Perform calculations to ensure pipe sizes and water pressure meet irrigation demands; prepare labor and material estimates.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team player

Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Associate's degree required

Tools

Irrigation systems knowledge

Blueprint reading

Electrical systems knowledge

Hydraulics basics

Job description

Mount Olivet Cemetery Association in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, seeks an Irrigation Superintendent to oversee operation and maintenance of irrigation systems across Mt. Olivet and Saint Simeon locations.

The role includes supervising an irrigation technician and ensuring efficient water use in compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include planning maintenance, coordinating with agencies, reading blueprints, and managing water-related projects to protect water rights and optimize