Irrigation Technician

University of Texas at Dallas; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas at Dallas is seeking an Irrigation Technician to install, inspect, renovate, and maintain irrigation systems on campus in Richardson, TX. Under general supervision, you will diagnose system performance, ensure compliance with local regulations, and support water conservation efforts.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, one year of relevant experience, an irrigation license or ability to obtain within six months, and a valid Texas Class C driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Irrigation license or ability to obtain within six months.
• Texas Class C driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics: test heads, controllers, water meters, and document results for backflow evaluation.
• Repair: perform repairs and prepare systems for demolition with project teams.
• Troubleshooting: monitor landscapes for irrigation issues and determine solutions.
• Water Conservation: promote efficient water use campus-wide.
• Documentation: maintain up-to-date master list of irrigation systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Water conservation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Irrigation license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Texas Class C driver’s license

Job description

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 irrigation 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.

Benefits

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

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• 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 pursue excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.