Temporary Parks Irrigation Specialist

West Valley City•West Valley City, UT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in our community, where the well-being of our residents is always our top priority. We offer flexible scheduling options (based on position) and foster professional growth through comprehensive training programs and learning opportunities. Shape your future in a career that empowers you to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide, also should be able to perform some geometric calculations.
Valid Utah driver's license or ability to obtain one.
Must be able to push and pull 50 pounds and lift 50 pounds to shoulder height repeatedly.

Nice To Haves

A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience.

Responsibilities

Irrigation system construction and maintenance in parks, trails, streetscapes and municipal buildings.
Sprinkler repair, lateral and main line repair, controller programming, system turn-on, shut-downs and blow outs.
Perform mowing, weeding, spraying and fertilizing of turf areas.
Perform litter pick-up as needed.
Perform impact material maintenance in playgrounds.
Perform weeding, mulching, and planting of flower and shrub beds.
Perform tree trimming and general care.
Perform maintenance duties on physical facilities such as pavilions, restrooms, score towers, fences, fountains, picnic tables, benches, and playgrounds.
Perform maintenance duties on power equipment, trailers, trucks, shops, storage areas, and any other equipment used in the operation and maintenance of parks.
Lift, carry, travel and climb ladders.
Enter and exit underground vaults.
Perform snow removal duties, including clearing of walks with shovels and/or snow blowers, applying salt and/or icemelter, and clearing of city owned parking lots with snowplows.
Operate machinery, mowers, trucks, etc.
Use a variety of hand tools, including shovels, rakes, wrenches, etc.
Maintain general housekeeping in park maintenance area, including: sweeping, cleaning floors, emptying garbage, etc.
Assist full-time staff as needed.
Other duties as assigned by a supervisor.