Irrigation Specialist

City of Aurora•Aurora, CO

31d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity , Respect, Professionalism , and Customer Service , and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora? Make a difference in the lives of real people every day Diverse community Competitive total compensation package Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan Light rail station minutes away On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement Access to innovation workspaces We are seeking the next water mixologist to join our team and concoct the perfect drink for miles of green. The water mixologist at Saddle Rock Golf Course is more commonly known as a Golf Irrigation Specialist . This isn't just a job; it's about being the resident subject matter expert of our beautiful landscape, ensuring every blade of grass gets its share of the good stuff. You'll be our go-to expert, diving into our irrigation systems, performing regular check-ups, and troubleshooting like a pro. Think of it as solving a puzzle where the pieces are pipes, wires, and sometimes even a bit of clever programming. You’ll keep our systems humming, from making minor adjustments to tackling bigger repairs. If you're someone who loves to see the fruits of their labor (especially when it's vibrant green), can manage a schedule that includes weekend shifts and even lend a hand with snow removal when the weather calls for it ,. If you enjoy problem-solving outdoors and understand that good irrigation is the heartbeat of a great golf course, then we want to hear from you. The hiring range is $23.84 - $29.80/hour. Salary to be commensurate with experience. Please note that the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis. As soon as we determine that we have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice. The Irrigation Specialist performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of irrigation systems; may serve as lead worker over an assigned group of employees engaged in irrigation projects.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Experience: At least (2) two years of experience in maintenance, and at least (1) one year of Irrigation experience. Experience to include mainline and lateral repairs, valve repair, electrical components, and radios.
Licenses and Certifications Required: Class B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrakes and tanker endorsement required in first (6) six months
Sustainable Landscape Management (Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado) cert required within (12) twelve months of employment
Annual reuse water training cert required within (12) twelve months of employment
Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certifications within (12) twelve months of employment
May require additional licensing and/or certification appropriate to assigned function
This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment
Knowledge: Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and systems related to irrigation
Reads blueprints
Applicable safety practices and procedures
Water conservation principles and practices
Skills: Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to parks maintenance and irrigation construction functions
Intermediate computer skills and related software applications
Abilities: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizens
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Read detailed instructions, diagrams, and schematics
Maintain records and logs
Organize, coordinate, and direct the work of others
Able to complete repetitive lifting tasks
Perform activities common to assigned maintenance function

Nice To Haves

Licenses and Certifications Preferred: Certified Irrigation Technician (Irrigation Association)
Certified Landscape Technician- Irrigation (National Association of Landscape Professionals)
Confined space certification
Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (Irrigation Association)

Responsibilities

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on irrigation, equipment, and systems; runs tests, troubleshoots, and makes minor/major repairs
Performs repairs on PVC pipe from a one-half inch up to and including six-inch pipe
Ability to make minor electrical repairs
Perform locates as needed
Runs tests, troubleshoots, and makes minor/major repairs
Participate in the installation of material, equipment, and systems
Perform field inspections
Operates related computerized controls and monitors equipment
Operates satellite controllers using various radio system controls
Performs irrigation programming with central irrigation control, maintains records of operation, maintenance, and repairs
Maintains records of operation, maintenance, and repairs
Maintains parts and supplies inventory and provide input to assist in soliciting bids for purchasing.
Assists in training other employees and acts in supervisory capacity as needed
Responds to inquiries from the public seeking direction and assistance after interpreting policies and procedures.
Works a rotating on call schedule
Performs other related duties as assigned