Sprinkler/Landscape Technician I

Stanford University; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University’s Land, Buildings & Real Estate department seeks a Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I to maintain irrigation systems and landscape across campus. You will perform routine maintenance, minor repairs, and installations under supervision, ensuring safe and efficient operation.

A valid California driver’s license, basic horticultural knowledge, and ability to follow instructions are required for this on-site, full-time role in Palo Alto.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year sprinkler/irrigation and landscaping experience preferred.
• Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license.
• Basic horticultural knowledge and understanding of plants, planting and maintenance.
• Basic understanding of centralized computerized irrigation control systems required.
• Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions, either verbally or in writing.
• Basic computer skills and use of smart phone required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designated areas for installation and repair of irrigation systems and other landscape components.
• Install handheld remote unit to operate controller remotely.
• Utilize computerized tools to analyze irrigation systems for problems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs for sprinkler/irrigation systems.
• Visually inspect irrigation systems, lawns and plant areas for excessive water and/or dryness.
• Apply mulch to designated areas.
• As directed, plant trees, shrubs, flowers, etc. and install header boards for edging.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Driver's license

Horticultural knowledge

Irrigation controls

Follow instructions

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Welcome to Land, Buildings & Real Estate

Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university’s academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford’s 8,180 acres, and we pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as “Caretakers of a Legacy.”

The Mission of the Stanford University Grounds Services Department is to provide a beautiful and safe outdoor experience for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We pride ourselves in being the in-house service of choice since the University began. We provide a stewardship role in the proper care of all outdoor facilities. We are prompt, efficient, and professional in appearance and duties. We \"tailor-make\" our services and are immediately responsive to our diverse clientele.

What you will do in this role:

You will be responsible for (but not limited to):

Employees in this classification work under the direct supervision of a supervisor or a higher-level employee or Lead. Employees in this classification perform a variety of duties involved in the modification, maintenance, and repair of manual and automatic sprinkler systems as well as landscape preparation, recovery and planting throughout the campus. The Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I performs routine maintenance, minor repairs, and landscape work with only general instructions from the supervisor or lead and with or without check of completed work. Guidance from the lead or supervisor is available via phone and/or in person as needed or requested. In performing more difficult work, they receive detailed instructions and review. The duties listed under this section are designed to provide a representative sampling of key tasks and/or responsibilities associated with the job. They are not intended to be a complete list of all the duties performed by employees in the classification:

Responsibilities

• Prepare designated areas for installation and repair of irrigation systems and other landscape components.
• Install handheld remote unit to operate controller remotely.
• Utilize computerized tools to analyze irrigation systems for problems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs for sprinkler/irrigation systems.
• Visually inspect irrigation systems, lawns and plant areas for excessive water and/or dryness.
• Apply mulch to designated areas.
• As directed, plant trees, shrubs, flowers, etc. and install header boards for edging.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year sprinkler/irrigation and landscaping experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license.
• Basic horticultural knowledge and understanding of plants, planting and maintenance.
• Basic understanding of centralized computerized irrigation control systems required.
• Ability to understand and follow job-related instructions, either verbally or in writing.
• Basic computer skills and use of smart phone required.

Certificates and Licenses Required

• Valid California Non-commercial Class C Driver's license.
• Horticultural industry related certification preferred.