Irrigation Systems Tech I

City of Boca Raton • Boca Raton, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs intermediate-skilled work in the repair, maintenance, and care of irrigation systems and pumps; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Limited supervision is exercised over subordinate workers.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the tools, materials, and equipment used in irrigation system maintenance and repair work.
• Knowledge of the materials, equipment, tools, and techniques of irrigation system repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety precautions applicable to the duties of the job
• Basic computer operation knowledge.
• Skilled in the operation, maintenance, and repair of electric irrigation Valves and Solar Equipment.
• Ability to obtain satisfactory completion of Motorola Irrigation System Training
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use necessary irrigation hand tools and voltmeter to evaluate and repair issue.
• Ability to operate required machinery and equipment.
• Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and One (1) year of experience in pump maintenance or irrigation system work.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class "E" driver's license

Nice To Haves

• Basic Irrigation Design Certificate
• Basic computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate wire-tracking device to locate irrigation wires, and restore 24VAC and 12VDC operations
• Operate trencher and have knowledge of operating procedures
• Repairs and maintains irrigation systems and operates pumps.
• Use various shovels to dig ditches for irrigation lines, mains, and laterals
• Helps disassemble pumps, replace defective parts, and reassemble the pump.
• Check all pump stations for proper operation, no leaks, and troubleshooting.
• Checks clocks, timers, valves, and heads.
• Replaces missing/broken heads and nozzles, and repairs broken irrigation lines.
• Install electric valves and mainlines for new and existing areas
• Operate and troubleshoot Motorola Computerized Controllers
• Monitors ICC Systems Central Computer for operation of the field unit
• Valve addressing
• Alarms
• Wet Checks according to the weekly schedule, using ICC Systems Central Computer.
• Operates and troubleshoots field Radios
• Make Daily inspection of areas using reclaim / potable water
• Responds to emergency calls for leaks running water or valve issues
• Makes list of used supplies, parts, equipment, and tools to update inventory system

Benefits

• Health Insurance Benefits : No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off : 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit : Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance : Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans : Two pension/retirement options to choose from

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED