Irrigation Technician I: Install, Repair & Maintain Systems

Fort Worth ISD; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Worth ISD seeks a Technician I Irrigator – Plumbing to assist with installing, repairing and maintaining district sprinkler systems under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Texas driver’s license; duties include material selection, work order processing, and coordinating with campus staff. This full-time, non-exempt position travels to district buildings as needed and offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of irrigation systems, plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques.
• Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work

Responsibilities

• Assembles, installs, maintains, and pressure tests all pipes, fittings, and fixtures water, drainage, and sprinkler systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.
• Detects needed repairs on sprinkler equipment following established inspection procedures. Determines sources of irrigation malfunctions and completes repairs as indicated or according to work orders.
• Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment.
• Receives and completes work orders. Selects material and hardware and makes time and materials estimates. Maintains accurate records on material and labor used.
• Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean.
• Works with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.
• Responds to emergency calls as needed.

Skills

irrigation systems

plumbing repairs

maintenance

installation techniques

math calculations

diagnose problems

organization

communication

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Fort Worth ISD seeks a Technician I Irrigator – Plumbing to assist with installing, repairing and maintaining district sprinkler systems under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Texas driver’s license; duties include material selection, work order processing, and coordinating with campus staff. This full-time, non-exempt position travels to district buildings as needed and offers competitive benefits.