Parks Irrigation Technician - Design, Install & Maintain

Town of Little Elm; Little Elm (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Little Elm is seeking an Irrigation Technician to design, install, inspect, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems in Town parks and grounds, including support for special events. The role involves working with light and some heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate has two years of irrigation experience, a high school diploma or GED, and supervisory experience is preferred. A pre-employment drug screen/post-offer physical may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and two (2) years irrigation design, installation and repair experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and/or post-offer physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of complex irrigation systems.
• Responsible for making necessary repairs, adjustments, and maintenance of all irrigation system components.
• Compiles and submits reports and records on condition of irrigation systems.
• Conducts regular system inspections, performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting exercise.
• Designs, schedules and installs pipes, fittings, spray heads, rotors, controls and emergency shut offs.
• Restores grounds to orderly fashion after installation or repairs.
• Maintains irrigation supply inventory and distributes materials.
• Keeps CEU’s current each year.
• Coordinates work with proposed building and construction plans.
• Set-up facilities and/or park areas for special events.
• Perform a variety of general park maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Perform various labor tasks such as cleaning restrooms, performing preventive maintenance on Town properties, painting and general park repairs as required.

Job description

The Town of Little Elm is seeking an Irrigation Technician to design, install, inspect, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems in Town parks and grounds, including support for special events. The role involves working with light and some heavy equipment.

The ideal candidate has two years of irrigation experience, a high school diploma or GED, and supervisory experience is preferred. A pre-employment drug screen/post-offer physical may be required.