Irrigation Technician - Parks

City of Peoria; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in local governance is seeking a dedicated Irrigation Technician to join their Parks and Recreation Department. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and enhancement of community parks through expert irrigation repair and programming. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in irrigation systems, a commitment to teamwork, and the ability to operate complex equipment. If you are passionate about maintaining green spaces and ensuring efficient water usage, this role is perfect for you. Join a team that values hard work and dedication while making a positive impact in your community.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of considerable experience in irrigation or similar roles.
• Knowledge of irrigation techniques and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Provide irrigation repair, maintenance, and programming to parks.
• Maintain irrigation supplies and equipment, ensuring optimal operation.

Skills

Irrigation Repair

Computerized Control Systems

Maintenance of Irrigation Systems

Heavy Physical Exertion

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalency

Tools

CalSense

Job description

Description

Position Title: Irrigation Technician - Parks

Tell me more…..

The City of Peoria Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an Irrigation Technician for the Sports Complex, Neighborhood Parks and Community Parks. This is a full time, benefitted position that will provide irrigation repair, maintenance, and programming to parks across our city. If you are a hard worker that possesses extensive irrigation experience and love to contribute to a team atmosphere, this is an outstanding opportunity for you.

The ideal candidate for this position will have: / Key Responsibilities:

• Programming and operating computerized central control systems (experience with CalSense is preferred)
• Understanding and adhering to objectives and goals to meet water budgets and restrictions
• Maintaining irrigation supplies and equipment
• Operating and maintaining irrigation motors and pumps
• Performing regular and preventative maintenance on complex irrigation systems
• Maintaining parks and open space, irrigation systems, turf, trees, and plants

Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School graduate or equivalency
• Experience: 2-4 years. Considerable previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions. The job requires a sound knowledge of common and uncommon techniques, concepts, methods, practices, and use of forms.
• Physical Demands: Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort. Forces exerted are equivalent to lifting between 25-50 pounds.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid AZ Driver’s License upon hire.
• Backflow Assembly Certification within six (6) months of hire, Water Audit Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

Preferred / Desirable Qualifications:

• Parks or sports field experience
• Municipal irrigation or landscape maintenance experience.
• Possess considerable independent and professional judgement.
• Be willing to work flexible schedules to meet the demands of the position.

Application Process:

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

During the selection process, any applicant requiring accommodation for a disability should advise the human resources department at [e-mail] or 623-773-7100.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency ~Oportunidad de Empleo con Derechos Iguales.