Sprinkler/Landscape Technician I

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Stanford University Grounds Services Department seeks a reliable Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I to maintain and repair irrigation systems and landscape features across campus. The role involves routine maintenance, inspections, and minor installations, with guidance from leads as needed.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a California driver’s license; prior sprinkler/irrigation experience is preferred. This is a fixed-term, hourly position based at Stanford’s Palo Alto campus.

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 understanding of centralized irrigation control systems.
• Basic computer skills and smartphone use.

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 moisture balance.
• Apply mulch to designated areas.
• Plant trees, shrubs, flowers, etc. and install edging headers as directed.
• Adhere to safety rules.

Skills

Basic horticultural knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Basic computer skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year sprinkler/irrigation and landscaping experience

Tools

Centralized irrigation control systems

Smartphone usage

Job description

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 sprinklersystems as well as landscape preparation,recovery and planting throughout the campus.
• The Sprinkler/Landscape Tech I performs routine maintenance, minor repairs, and landscape workwith only general instructions from the supervisoror lead and with or without check of completedwork. Guidance from the lead or supervisor is available via phone and/or in person as needed orrequested. 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

Core Duties

• 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.

• Pay Range $34.63-$41.82
• Pay Frequency Hourly
• Fixed Term N
• Stanford Schools