Irrigation Technician (Landscaping)

City of Pasadena • Pasadena, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Irrigation Technician oversees all irrigation systems in parks and City-managed facilities, ensuring efficient water distribution to maintain healthy turf, vibrant landscapes, and well-maintained facilities. This role integrates technical irrigation expertise, turf and landscape management, and equipment operation to support the City's mission of providing high-quality, sustainable, and welcoming parks and open spaces.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in irrigation system installation, repair, or maintenance.
• Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Irrigation Technician License from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years of municipal, sports field, or park irrigation experience.
• Experience with turf management and landscape maintenance.
• Familiarity with smart irrigation technologies and water conservation practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair commercial irrigation systems, including valves, controllers, pumps, lateral and main lines, rotors, spray heads, drip systems, sensors, and backflow devices.
• Program, adjust, and troubleshoot irrigation controllers to ensure proper scheduling, seasonal adjustments, and water efficiency.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on irrigation infrastructure to minimize leaks, water waste, and emergency repairs.
• Monitor water usage and make adjustments to optimize efficiency and conservation.
• Assist in the installation, modification, and expansion of irrigation systems, including upgrades to smart technology and water-saving devices.
• Read and interpret irrigation schematics, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and landscape plans.
• Assist with special events, landscape renovations, and capital improvement projects.
• Maintain inventory, records, and reports on irrigation repairs, adjustments, maintenance activities, and water usage.
• Respond to urgent irrigation system failures in high-visibility City areas.
• Operates light and medium-duty equipment and vehicles in support of irrigation maintenance activities.
• Assists with landscape maintenance duties as needed during peak operational demands.
• Ensures safe work practices in accordance with City policies and OSHA guidelines.
• Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements.
• Works the assigned schedule and complies with the City's timekeeping and attendance policy.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Employee-only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month.
• The most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants.
• Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• College tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• City will match retirement contributions by 200%.
• Vacation accrual based on years of service (two to six weeks per year).

What This Job Offers

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