Irrigation Technician

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Auburn University Facilities Management is seeking a dedicated Irrigation Technician to help maintain the beauty, health, and sustainability of Auburn's campus landscape. In this hands-on role, you'll be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing irrigation systems that support the university's grounds and outdoor spaces. You'll also assist with the installation of new irrigation systems and provide irrigation expertise for landscaping projects across campus. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and seeing the direct results of their work each day. As part of the Landscape Services team, you'll play an important role in ensuring Auburn's green spaces remain vibrant, efficient, and well-maintained for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy working with irrigation systems, and want to contribute to the continued beauty of Auburn University, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of experience specifically in irrigation installation or relevant landscape-related experience (Level I).
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of experience specifically in irrigation installation, including at least 1 year at the previous level or equivalent (Level II).
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Performs complex troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative and routine maintenance on irrigation systems.
Assists with University landscape projects by providing irrigation system support.
Programs all irrigation controllers so that water is distributed on an as needed basis.
Operates machinery required to install and maintain irrigation systems including, but not limited to, mini excavators, trenchers, small boring machines, and small utility tractors.
Schedules the watering of all irrigated areas around campus according to season, weather, and campus events.
Installs new irrigation systems through trenching, wiring, and valve box digging.
Assists in the design of new irrigation systems by mapping zones, determining pipe and line sizes, and selecting the appropriate components.
Determines the appropriate amount of water required for irrigation by calculating flow rates (GPM) and water pressure (PSI).
May assist in installing and maintaining central control smart irrigation systems.
May be responsible for meeting and maintaining training and certification requirements as outlined by the applicable department's training and credentialing requirements.