Irrigation Specialist

Oxnard School District•Oxnard, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves performing a variety of maintenance and repair work on automated and manual irrigation systems, including backflow prevention device testing and technical duties related to the assigned area of responsibility. There are currently two vacancies for this role, with an eligibility list to be established for future openings over the next year. The role requires 8.0 hours per day and 246 work days per year.

Requirements

Three years of increasingly responsible irrigation system maintenance and repair experience.
Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in irrigation system maintenance and repair or a related field.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Limited Backflow Device Tester's Certificate within twelve months following date of employment and maintain license during course of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and repair work on automatic and manually operated irrigation systems.
Adjust and perform major and minor repairs on control clocks and sprinkler heads; maintain lines and sprinkler heads clear of debris; rebuild sprinklers, valves and related equipment.
Replace and perform major and minor repair on valves; repair and/or replace broken or leaking lines; trace and locate damaged wires.
Perform backflow prevention device testing, ensuring compliance with regulations, and install/repair backflow devices.
Design and install irrigation systems for school grounds, reading blueprints and sketches.
Order and maintain inventory of parts and materials for sprinkler repair.
Prepare and maintain records and reports related to daily work activities.
Operate District vehicles such as trucks, tractors and dump trucks.
Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of irrigation systems.
Perform lead duties and assign work on various major projects.
Observe and implement proper safety practices; perform general clean-up at work site.
Respond to emergency calls for irrigation systems and repairs.
Perform related duties as assigned.