Licensed Irrigator - Parks

Under general supervision of the Parks Supervisor, evaluates, inspects, designs, installs, maintains, and repairs the City irrigation systems. The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

Essential Job Functions:

Conducts routine inspections of standard irrigation and sprinkler systems to improve operation of irrigation systems. Programs electronic controllers computer systems to maintain water efficiency of irrigation and sprinkler systems. Oversees the irrigation system and computer lighting for Parks and Recreation parks and facilities. Designs and installs sprinkler systems. Coordinates work orders, equipment and supplies necessary to complete project or work assignments. Oversees installation of irrigation systems. Maintains records and database of irrigation system plans and drawings, and documents repairs, water usage and rainfall amounts. Determines water usage and fertilizer needs based on soil and plant types. Maintains inventory and orders parts, supplies, materials and equipment as necessary. Conducts audits of water usage to monitor compliance with City and state water conservation and irrigation regulations and ordinances.

Other Important Duties:

Provides technical assistance and guidance to developers, contractors and vendors on the codes, ordinances, plants and soil issues. Travels to work sites and to attend meetings, conferences and training. Performs other related duties as assigned. Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of water conservation techniques and practices. Knowledge of hydraulics concepts and irrigation techniques and designs. Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware and software to program computerized controllers for irrigation and lighting systems. Knowledge of City policies and procedures. Skill in the use, operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, power tools, testing equipment and standard plumbing tools utilized in the installation, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems. Skill in effective oral and written communications. Skill in designing irrigation systems. Skill in the installation, programming, and operation of weather-based and soil moisture-based controllers. Skill in planning, managing and implementing construction projects. Skill in effectively supervising and delegating duties to assigned staff. Skill in resolving customer complaints and concerns

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D., and two (2) years irrigation system installation, repair, or design experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. May be required to attend 40 hours of instruction in design concepts, hydraulics, and controller programming for irrigation systems. May be required to obtain at least eight (8) hours of C.E.U. training for smart (ET) controllers. Must possess and maintain a current Texas Irrigation License. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical agility test, criminal background check and MVR check. Must possess valid Texas Drivers License.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in office and field environments. May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry, vision to monitor, plan design and review. Physical Demands This work typically requires the following physical activities to be performed. A complete description of the activities below is available upon request from Human Resources. Physical Activities (Required to perform essential job functions) Balancing

• maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching. Pushing
• use upper extremities to press against objects with force, or thrust forward, downward, outward. Reaching
• extending hands or arms in any direction. Crawling
• moving about on hands, knees, or hands, feet. Crouching
• bending body forward by bending leg, spine. Speaking
• expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely. Feeling
• perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips. Stooping
• bending body downward, forward at waist, with full motion of lower extremities and back. Grasping
• applying pressure to object with fingers, palm. Hearing 1
• perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information. Visual Acuity 1
• prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading. Visual Acuity 2
• color, depth perception, field of vision. Kneeling
• bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees. Visual Acuity 3
• determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures. Lifting
• raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back. Visual Acuity 4
• operate motor vehicles/heavy equipment. Mental Acuity
• ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning. Visual Acuity 5
• close acuity for inspection of small defects, machines, use measurement devices, or fabricate parts. Pulling
• use upper extremities to exert force, haul or tug. Walking
• on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

Work Environment Work performed is primarily: Medium work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Equipment and Tools Utilized:

Equipment utilized includes personal computer, copier, calculator, fax machine, other standard office equipment, cellular telephone, heavy equipment, hand and power tools, and department vehicles. Operates heavy equipment such as bobcats, backhoes and tractors as needed