Irrigation Technician - Denver Parks and Recreation

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Denver Parks and Recreation is seeking two full-time Irrigation Technicians to support operations within the Northwest and Southwest districts in Denver. The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The starting hourly range for this position is $23.89 - $29.86/hour based on experience and education. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to: A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service, 457B Retirement Plan, 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year, and competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date. The typical work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., but some weekend work will be required. Irrigation Technicians with Denver Parks and Recreation love their jobs because of: Job stability and work-life balance; reliable work schedules with rotating on-call emergency response shared as a team, an affordable, valuable, and comprehensive benefits package, a large organization with many opportunities for career growth and development; training and certification opportunities, promotional/transfer opportunities, and professional development resources, and a shared passion and stewardship for parks that benefit citizens and visitors of Denver. As an employer of choice, the City of Denver invests in its employees and values their well-being and job satisfaction. DPR recognizes the importance of diversity in the representation of our organization to best serve our customers and community. To that end, DPR is committed to: Examining department policies and processes that value diverse perspectives and eliminate barriers to inclusion, Identifying where inequities exist and implementing strategies to ensure equitable outcomes, Strengthening diversity in Parks and Recreation services by transforming policies to institutionalize equity, and Reinvesting in resources aimed at ensuring DPR is an equitable and just organization.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET, or TASC Certificate
• One (1) year of experience maintaining and repairing commercial, agricultural, or related irrigation systems
• Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Toro Sentinel Central Control System experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with a horticulturist to develop a watering plan of plants and flowers.
• Experience troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, programming, and installing irrigation central control systems and parts.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring, troubleshooting, and repairing irrigation systems for park properties, including programming irrigation systems to achieve the highest level of efficiency.
• Perform semi-skilled, unlicensed trades work in multiple areas including irrigation system maintenance, mechanical maintenance, tool machinery, equipment maintenance, minor electrical, minor plumbing, painting, etc.
• Read irrigation drawings and perform construction and maintenance/repair and replacement of broken parts on various equipment.
• Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance, and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time, and cost of repairs.
• Complete utility locates for contractors.
• Clean, adjust, and lubricate engines, pumps, and compressors; and replace belts and filters.
• Operate and maintain lightweight vehicles and equipment.
• Utilize a computer for diagnosing system problems.
• Maintain irrigation and sprinkler systems for seasonal use.
• Assist in additional special projects such as volunteer projects or special events.
• Participate in snow removal and other park maintenance duties as needed.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 457B Retirement Plan
• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
• 11 paid holidays
• 1 personal holiday
• 1 volunteer day per year
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

What This Job Offers

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