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City of Litchfield Park lists this Irrigation Maintenance Technician opportunity in litchfield park, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Irrigation Maintenance TechnicianUnder general supervision, performs as a working lead responsible for the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems at City parks and facilities, right of way, and medians. This is accomplished by performing maintenance tasks that include inspecting, auditing, diagnosing and repairing irrigation systems. Incumbent is responsible for developing, and implementing irrigation system procedures and programs for the safe and efficient delivery of irrigation water.Essential Functions:1. Coordinates projects and work activities with co-workers, other divisions, departments and contractors as applicable. May lead a small crew of employees as needed to repair or replace irrigation systems.2. Plans, designs, and installs new irrigation systems at City parks and facilities. Plans, develops and implements irrigation programs to control all irrigation sites.3. Assists in setting and scheduling irrigation system operations. Develops and implements preventative maintenance schedules to ensure regular servicing and maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems and equipment related to park irrigation systems4. Completes monthly water usage report and assists with regular water system assessments throughout the city's medians and parks, to ensure compliance with Arizona Department of Water Resources requirements.5. Maintains and repairs irrigation systems used in the delivery of irrigation water.6. Programs and adjusts irrigation controllers as needed throughout the year to maintain water wise sustainable practices7. Participates in troubleshooting and maintenance of irrigation systems. Serves as liaison as assigned to assist with complex problems/situations and provides technical expertise. Inspects and repairs irrigation systems at City parks and facilities; makes repairs to irrigation systems including valves, rotors, sprinklers, backflow, and valve boxes.8. Performs field tests on irrigation systems to determine efficiency, completes state required audits. Calculates accurate watering schedules for irrigation systems by combining plant water use, soil and local weather data.9. Performs turf maintenance functions; fertilizing turf renovation, aeration, top dressing and mowing. Performs related maintenance and landscaping duties as required.10. Makes recommendations to supervisor regarding current systems and repairs required beyond capabilities.11. Adheres to applicable safety guidelines.12. Develop and maintain Irrigation System procedures13. Performs related work as assigned.Job Requirements:Formal Education/Knowledge - Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, or technical nature obtained through six-months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Community college, vocational, technical or correspondence school. Certification(s) may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training.Experience - Minimum of Three (3) years of experience in the maintenance, operation or construction of landscape irrigation systems or related field.Certifications and Other Requirements - Valid Driver's License, maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry. Must be certified in at least one of the following: Certified Backflow Inspector, Backflow Assembly Certification, Irrigation Auditor, Water Audit Certification, Smart Scape Landscape Certification.Reading - Work requires the ability to read emails, contracts, specifications, blueprints, and comprehend reference books, manuals and related materials.Math - Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations.Writing - Work requires the ability to clearly construct written communication and email correspondence. Write reports, project dates,Managerial - Job/position has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Occasional direction of helpers, guidance and training to others.Policy/Decision Making - Moderate - The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few easily identifiable choices. Work involving discretion is typically reviewed before finalized.Technical Skills - Broad Application - Work requires comprehensive, practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities.Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills - Moderate - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions. Contacts may also involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.Physical Demands Frequency Code ScaleNever occurs - Less than 1 hour/week - Up to 1/3 of the time - From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time - 2/3 or more of the timePhysical Demand - Frequency Code(Mark only one) - Description:(Check all that apply) - Physical Demand - Frequency Code(Mark only one) - Description:(Check all that apply)Standing - NROFXC - Making presentationsObserving work siteObserving work dutiesXCommunicating with co-workers - Pushing/Pulling - NROFXC - File drawersXEquipmentXTables and chairsHosesFine Dexterity - NROFXC - XComputer keyboardXTelephone keypadXCalculatorXCalibrating equipment - Climbing - NROFXC - XStairsXLaddersXStep stoolsXOnto equipmentWalking - NROFXC - XTo other departments/officesXAround work site - Vision - NROFXC - XReadingXComputer screenXDrivingXObserving work siteLifting - NROFXC - XSuppliesXEquipmentXFiles/Plans - Foot Controls - NROFXC - XDrivingXOperating heavy equipmentOperating DictaphoneCarrying - NROXFC - XSuppliesXEquipmentXFiles/Plans - Balancing - NROFXC - XOn laddersXOn equipmentXOn step stoolsSitting - NRXOFC - XDesk workXMeetingsXDriving - Bending - NROFXC - Filing in lower drawersXRetrieving items fromlower shelves/groundXMaking repairsReaching - NROXFC - XFor suppliesXFor files - Crouching - NROFXC - Filing in lower drawersXRetrieving items fromlower shelves/groundHandling - NROXFC - XPaperworkMonies - Hearing - NROFXC - XCommunicating viatelephone/radio, toco-workers/publicXListening to equipmentKneeling - NROFXC - Filing in lower drawersXRetrieving items from lowershelves/ground - Twisting - NROFXC - XFrom computer totelephoneXGetting inside vehicleCrawling - NROXFC - XUnder equipmentXInside attics/pipes/ditches - Talking - NROFXC - XCommunicating viatelephone/radio, toco-workers/publicOther - (Explain)Physical Demands (continued) Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:Various equipment, including but not limited to: Hand and power tools, light and medium equipment, and PPE, traffic control equipment.Computer Equipment and Software: Various computer equipment and software, including but not limited to: Telephone, desktop computer, laptop computer, tablets, printers, various Microsoft Office Products, payroll system, departmental software.Environmental Factors: Environmental Conditions - Never - Seasonally - Several Times Per Month - Several Times Per Week - DailyExtreme temperature(heat, cold, extreme temp. changes from outside work) - XWetness and/or humidity(bodily discomfort from moisture) - XRespiratory hazards(fumes, gases, chemicals, dust and dirt) - XNoise and vibration(sufficient to cause hearing loss) - XPhysical hazards(high voltage, dangerous machinery) - XHealth and Safety Conditions - N = Never - R = Rarely - O = Occasionally - F = Frequently - C = ConstantlyNever occurs - Less than 1 hour per week - 1/3 or more ofthe time - From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time - 2/3 or more of the timeMechanical hazards - XChemical hazards - XElectrical hazards - XFire hazards - XExplosives - XCommunicable diseases - XPhysical danger or abuse - XOther (specify)Primary Work Location: X Office Environment Warehouse X Shop X Vehicle X Recreation Centers/Neighborhood Centers X Outdoors Other (Specify) _________________________________________________________________________________________ Protective Equipment Required: Steel Toe Boots, Safety Vest, Hard Hat.Job Demands Overall Strength Demands: VERY HEAVYSedentary - Exerting up to 10 pounds occasionally or negligible weights frequently;sitting most of the time.Light - Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally,
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litchfield park, AZ, 85340, US
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