Trade Specialist - Irrigation I

Washington Elementary School; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Elementary School District 6 Maintenance and Operations in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Trade Specialist - Irrigation I to manage the district’s irrigation and control systems, repair lines, install piping, and calibrate timers. The role emphasizes water efficiency, leak repair, and preventative maintenance, with a focus on minimizing disruption to students and staff.

The position requires five years of irrigation experience, a high school diploma, a valid AZ driver’s license, and safety

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Five years of verifiable irrigation and controls repair experience
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License prior to hire
• Basic plumbing knowledge
• Obtain and Maintain an Arizona DPS Identity Verified Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

• Maintains district-wide irrigation systems, including controls, timers, and repairs, replaces and adjusts sprinkler heads.
• Troubleshoots malfunctioning irrigation timers, wire breaks, solenoids, and valves; locates low voltage wires and breaks in line.
• Maintains tools and equipment; fabricates PVC piping, fittings, and valves as needed.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and status of work orders; assists other trades personnel.
• Oversees irrigation equipment, evaluates current equipment and resolves related problems.
• Records and submits all required task information on the district work order system; reviews tasks and outstanding orders.
• Performs daily paperwork; purchases repair parts and maintains inventory.
• Performs inspections of irrigation and controls systems; reports deficiencies to supervisor.
• Develops and maintains operating instructions for irrigation controls and schedules at district facilities.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Troubleshooting

Electrical repairs

Reading schematics

Tools & equipment

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Fingerprint Clearance Card

Tools

Arizona Driver’s License

Reading schematics

Job description

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Trade Specialist - Irrigation I

Washington Elementary School District 6 Maintenance And Operations - Phoenix, Arizona Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5909784

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 31, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade: Non-Exempt Salary System (X)

Department: Maintenance

Accountable To: Maintenance Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Creation/Revision Date: March 1, 2020

Summary: Under general direction, incumbent(s) manages the district’s irrigation and control system. Including, but not limited to, sprinkler heads, automation clocks, irrigation line leaks, irrigation main line install and repair, troubleshoots and repairs electrical components, locates, excavates, installs timers, piping, and valves, and repairs/replaces damaged or malfunctioning wires and/or equipment. Effectively assesses water efficiency and makes adjustments to quickly correct over and under-watering. Incumbent will use his/her knowledge to solve problems and complete repairs with minimal impact to site, staff, and students.

Essential Functions:

• Maintains district-wide irrigation systems, including irrigation controls, timers, and repairs, replaces, and adjusts sprinkler heads. Diagnoses, repairs, and/or replaces leaking irrigation lines/main lines. Installs new irrigation piping. Performs general and seasonal system maintenance.
• Troubleshoots malfunctioning irrigation timers, wire breaks, solenoids, and irrigation valves. Locates low voltage electrical wires and breaks in line. Performs routine maintenance and preventative maintenance on district irrigation systems with minimal impact to site, staff, and students.
• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition. Fabricates PVC piping, fittings, and valves, as needed.
• Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders, for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and complying with health and safety regulations. Assists and supports other trades personnel in the completion of their work activities.
• Oversees the District’s irrigation equipment to include evaluating current equipment, and identifying and resolving related problems.
• Records and submits all required job task information, including materials, labor hours, and action taken on the district’s work order system. Reviews assigned tasks in the district work order system, and is attentive to outstanding work orders.
• Completes daily paperwork, as required by each job. Performs accurate and timely record keeping. Purchases repair parts and maintains an accurate inventory.
• Performs periodic and random inspections of the district’s irrigation and controls system. Maintains inspection reports and records, and advises supervisor of deficiencies and remedial efforts to improve deficiencies.
• Develops, updates, and maintains posted operating instructions for the district’s irrigation controls and schedules. Coordinates technical writing and placement of instructions at district facilities, with standards set forth by supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to being hired;
• Five years of verifiable irrigation and controls repair experience, with continuously increasing technical responsibilities;
• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver’s License prior to hire.
• Basic plumbing knowledge
• Obtain and Maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Identify Verified Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Preferred Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicant possesses the following preferred qualifications; however, the following qualifications are not required to be eligible for this position.

• Possesses credential(s) from an accredited trades school;
• Five (5) years of verifiable irrigation and controls repair experience, with continuously increasing technical responsibilities.
• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills required, but not limited to, for this position include:

• Understanding of irrigation and controls, troubleshooting, and repair;
• Understanding and proficiency in reading schematics for irrigation systems and controls;
• Understanding of technical manuals, specifications, and manufacturer’s technical updates;
• Identifying and proficiently using the tools and equipment necessary for proper maintenance;
• Proficiently comprehending and implementing system options to maximize useful life of equipment;
• Understanding and proficiently applying minor repair functions, in areas such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, etc.;
• Scheduling and monitoring work performance;
• Setting up and maintaining records;
• Using computer software-related programs;
• Engaging and encouraging communication skills, while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold; extreme heat; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The Washington Elementary School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Washington Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students. For information regarding discrimination grievance or complaint procedures contact the Executive Director for Human Resources at 602.347.2801.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.40 to $26.13 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Lydia Garcia
• 4650 W Sweetwater Ave
• Glendale, Arizona 85304
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]