Irrigation Technician - Parks

City of Peoria, Arizona • Peoria, AZ

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About The Position

The City of Peoria Parks and Recreation Department is seeking an Irrigation Technician for the Sports Complex, Neighborhood Parks and Community Parks. This is a full time, benefitted position that will provide irrigation repair, maintenance, and programming to parks across our city. If you are a hard worker that possesses extensive irrigation experience and loves to contribute to a team atmosphere, this is an outstanding opportunity for you.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalency.
• 2-4 years’ of previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.
• Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally.
• Valid AZ Drivers’ License upon hire.
• Backflow Assembly Certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Water Audit Certification within twelve (12) months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Parks or sports field experience.
• Municipal irrigation or landscape maintenance experience.
• Possess considerable independent and professional judgement.
• Be willing to work flexible schedules to meet the demands of the position.

Responsibilities

• Programming and operating computerized central control systems (experience with CalSense is preferred)
• Understanding and adhering to objectives and goals to meet water budgets and restrictions
• Maintaining irrigation supplies and equipment
• Operating and maintaining irrigation motors and pumps
• Performing regular and preventative maintenance on complex irrigation systems
• Maintaining parks and open space, irrigation systems, turf, trees, and plants

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees