Irrigation Technician - Edinburg Independent School District : Job Details

Position Type:

Maintenance & Operations Department/Technician

Date Posted:

3/22/2024

Location:

Maintenance & Operations Department

Date Available:

03/22/2024

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REPORTS TO: Plumber Foreman APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 261 Days DATE REVISED: MAR 06, 2018 WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY RANGE: $16.99 Minimum $24.21 Maximum PAY GRADE: AU4

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Irrigation Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all irrigation systems as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Graduate or GED required

Irrigation license preferred

3 years of irrigation related experience preferred

Able to read blueprints and schematics

Auto-Cad experience preferred

Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be insurable

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Maintain all irrigation systems in good working condition.

* Designing and installation of new irrigation systems.

* Major and minor modifications of irrigation systems during new building construction or remodeling.

* Performs services needed for irrigation such as repairing water leaks, repairing or replacing pipes, pumps, and any related irrigation components.

* Ensures proper irrigation controls are in place.

* Manages water conservation.

* Maintain electronic files (design and as-built).

* Manage irrigation controls, programming and scheduling.

* Manage web based scheduling.

* Performs irrigation duties as assigned by supervisor.

* Support of plumbing department as required by Plumber foreman.

* Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT USED:

* District vehicle, two-way radio, backhoe, trenching machine, rooter rotor, electric hand tools, and soldering torch

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

* Frequent district travel, strenuous bending, climbing, and walking, working in extreme weather conditions, working on slippery uneven surfaces, and exposure to toxic fumes and chemicals.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Robert Vina, [email protected] ,Coordinator of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, [email protected] , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) ###-####.

Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las polticas de no discriminacin Title IX issues: Robert Vina, [email protected] ,Coordinator of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: SofiaHinojosa, [email protected] , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue,

Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) ###-####.