Landscape Irrigation Technician

Dallas College•Shirley, NY

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dallas College Facilities Management Department supports the facility needs for Dallas College, providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the College's physical assets, which include approximately 5,000,000 sq. ft. of physical space and over 1400 acres of land across multiple locations in Dallas County. The Landscape Services Irrigation Technician performs skilled craftwork in the landscaping trade to support these efforts. Dallas College, established in 1965 and formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served over three million students and is one of the largest community college systems in Texas, with seven campuses in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The institution is committed to fostering an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees, recognizing that a diverse workforce contributes to its success. Dallas College is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for religious practices, beliefs, mental health, or physical disability needs.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of landscape design, power tools, water conservation, irrigation controllers, maintenance, and repair.
Experience in light to medium sized construction equipment such as skid loaders, excavators, and trenchers.
Understand various methods of installation, troubleshooting and repair systems.
Demonstrate intermediate skill in reading, diagnosing, and repairing irrigation systems problems.
Able to perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Ability to determine causes of operating errors and deciding how to complete and solve the issue.
Demonstrates an ability to analyze information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Ability to utilize computer technology to access data and communicate with others.
Ability to maintain written equipment maintenance records.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College community.
Strong knowledge and experience providing effective customer service.
Must have the ability to maintain the security and integrity of the critical infrastructure of Dallas College.
High School Diploma plus three (3) years of related experience.
Must be a Licensed Irrigation Technician or ability to obtain license within six (6) months.
Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 am to 5:00 pm workday including nights and weekends.
Current and valid Texas driver’s license required for offsite travel.
Will be subject to a criminal background check.
Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintenance and repair of irrigation systems using hand powered tools and/or equipment.
Ensures the highest quality of landscaping maintenance work across all Dallas College locations.
Maintain and repair irrigation systems and maintains assigned equipment.
Report equipment repair problems to the Facilities Manager.
Responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and designs of irrigation systems that address water conservation requirements according to the Texas Commission on Environmental quality.
Responsible for operating and maintaining equipment utilized both for irrigation and landscape related functions.
Performs preventative maintenance procedures on irrigation systems and pump stations.
Requisitions and maintains inventory of parts needed for irrigation system maintenance and expansions.
Maintains related records and drawings.
Troubleshoots low voltage irrigation electrical systems, irrigation valve malfunctions, basic irrigation pump station malfunctions and basic irrigation time clock malfunctions.
Works with other facilities teammates to ensure the highest level of customer service and provides safe and healthy grounds for Dallas College students, faculty, and staff.
Assists other Facilities Management teams as required.
Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Performs other duties as assigned.