Irrigation Technician

UT Dallas

Richardson (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

UT Dallas is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, inspect, renovate, and maintain irrigation systems across the campus. This on-site role requires a valid Texas driver’s license, irrigation license or ability to obtain within 6 months, and at least 1 year of related experience.

Annual salary ranges from $40,000 to $50,000 with the option for monthly pay basis. The position emphasizes water conservation and compliance with regulations and offers comprehensive UT Dallas benefits and

Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or GED.
1 year of relevant experience.
Must have an irrigation license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Diagnostics: Run systems to test heads for operation/coverage, check and set programming on controllers, monitor water meters, test and document results for annual backflow preventer evaluation.
Repair: As problems are reported or discovered, make repairs. Work with construction projects to prepare irrigation system for demolition. Repair damage as it occurs. Ensure supply room stays well stocked for efficient daily operations.
Troubleshooting: Monitor turf, flower beds, shrubs, and trees watching for irrigation related issues. Test systems to discover problem and generate solution. Test wiring, do tracebacks, and evaluate piping.
Water Conservation: Ensure campus makes good use of a valuable resource through water conservation best practices.
Documentation: Keep master list of all irrigations systems up to date. Work with mow and pesticide crews to ensure work sequencing. Abide by TCEQ regulations.
And other duties as assigned.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and an acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Irrigation license

Job description

Salary Range

$40,000-$50,000 ($19.23-$24.03/hourly) Dependent on Qualifications

Pay Basis

Monthly

Position Status

Regular full-time

Posting Open Date

11/09/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Desired Start Date

12/07/2026

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Irrigation Technician installs, inspects, renovates, and maintains irrigation systems for the University.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED .
One (1) year of relevant experience.
Must have an irrigation license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class C driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification
TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Diagnostics: Run systems to test heads for operation/coverage, check and set programming on controllers, monitor water meters, test and document results for annual backflow preventer evaluation.
Repair: As problems are reported or discovered, make repairs. Work with construction projects to prepare irrigation system for demolition. Repair damage as it occurs. Ensure supply room stays well stocked for efficient daily operations.
Troubleshooting: Monitor turf, flower beds, shrubs, and trees watching for irrigation related issues. Test systems to discover problem and generate solution. Test wiring, do tracebacks, and evaluate piping.
Water Conservation: Ensure campus makes good use of a valuable resource through water conservation best practices.
Documentation: Keep master list of all irrigations systems up to date. Work with mow and pesticide crews to ensure work sequencing. Abide by TCEQ regulations.
And other duties as assigned.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver’s License and an acceptable driver rating as established in Policy: UTS157 Section 2.5.4.

Additional Information

Work Notice: Work will be performed on site and in-person. May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure. May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

Internal Training
Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
Vision Insurance
Long and short-term disability
Retirement Plan Options
Paid time off
Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

About UT Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A collection of people, ideas and perspectives is crucial to our vision and mission. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.

Special Instructions Summary

1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

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