Irrigation Specialist

Vanderbilt University•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Irrigation Specialist is responsible for maintaining the Athletics irrigation systems on campus. This individual will Operates power equipment and hand tools to install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and related components, including irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, pumps, etc. The position will report to the Assistant Manager - Athletics. About the Work Unit: Facilities provides support for all construction, renovation, and routine maintenance of University space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic, administrative, residential, and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center. Facilities annual budget exceeds $100 million in operating expenses and includes over 400 employees. This branch manages major capital project expenditures totaling ~$125 million annually and facility renewal, replacement, and large maintenance project expenditures totaling ~$20 million annually. The Facilities Business Operations Center provides support to the entire department, specifically regarding the areas of Finance, Employee Relations, Information Systems, Contracts and General Administration.

Requirements

A High school diploma or GED is necessary.
Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials, and methods of irrigation system design, installation, and maintenance
Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and drawings
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to operate equipment such as trenching machines, digging tools, and other related grounds/landscape equipment
Ability to read and write in English
Possess good math skills
Ability to lead and direct the work of others
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
Possess two years’ irrigation installation and maintenance experience
Possess the ability to sit, stand, walk, climb off and on equipment, squat, kneel, reach, grasp, push, pull, twist, bend, lift and carry up to 50 pounds multiple times per shift, finger, talk, hear, and see.

Responsibilities

Operates power equipment and hand tools to install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems and related components, including irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, pumps, etc.
Checks system for proper operation and timing.
May participate in the design or modification of new or existing systems.
Performs seasonal maintenance such as system charging and draining.
Maintains inventory of related parts and supplies.
May lead workers on irrigation projects and work on other grounds-related assignments as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

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