IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

DEPT:

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

REG  TEMP 

FULL TIME

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PART TIME

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STARTING

RATE or

SALARY RANGE

$15.50 Employees being promoted to a higher classified position receive the minimum for the position or a pay rate adjustment of 8% whichever is greater. All regular positions also entitle the employee to several benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement which is largely paid by New Mexico Tech for the employee and dependents.

INTERNAL POSTING THROUGH

08/27/2026

CONSIDERATION WILL BE GIVEN FIRST TO TEMPORARY AND REGULAR TECH EMPLOYEES WHO APPLY WITHIN THE 7 DAY INTERNAL POSTING. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE 7 DAY POSTING MARGIN WILL BE CONSIDERED WITH OTHER OUTSIDE APPLICANTS.

JOB SUMMARY:

Waters turf areas on campus while keeping turf in peak condition using manual sprinklers, valve-in-head sprinklers, field controllers, and a central computer system. Will work with Irrigation Lead on repairs.

JOBS FUNCTIONS

Waters turf areas. Monitors turf areas for proper soil moisture requirements. Programs central irrigation computer and updates for changing turf conditions. Performs repairs to irrigation system as needed. Assist with applications as needed. Performs rodent control. Snow Removal. Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Read and comprehend instructions, write information and complete simple forms. High School (or GED) level ability in spelling, grammar, composition and math. Ability to work split or double shifts and nights as necessary. Must have 1 year experience performing similar duties.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Pesticide License.

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

(f)requently, (o)ccasionally, or (s)eldom 0

• 15 pounds F 15
• 30 pounds F 30
• 50 pounds O 50
• 100 pounds S 100 + pounds S

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing 20% Sitting 5% Walking 20% Pulling 5% Pushing 5% Lifting 20% Stooping 15% Kneeling 15% Crawling 5% Climbing 5% Reaching 10% Other