Central Control Irrigation Specialist

5 months ago


Salt Lake City, United States Salt Lake City Full time

Position Title:

Central Control Irrigation Specialist

Job Description:

Incumbent maintains, operates, programs, monitors, and adjusts centrally controlled computerized irrigation systems. Support and participate in related functions of the Parks Divisions water management program. Assists in the initial development and implementation of new systems.

Position Salary Range:

$23.42 - $30.79/hr based on qualificaitons and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid vacation and personal leave

Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment

Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)

A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually

Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities:

Operates a centrally controlled computerized irrigation control system and perform continuous review of the system to monitor performances and to maintain settings and watering schedules.

Works with all levels of Parks Division staff to make recommendations and/or adjustments to resolve a variety of irrigation problems and issues; make visits to survey landscape and soil conditions, determine and implement site requirements, observe effectiveness.

Tests system efficiency as changes are made at established, remodeled, and newly constructed sites. Utilization of weather consumption data to set up, program and adjust watering schedules.

Assists in the development and implementation of the Parks Divisions water management program. Promotes water consumption awareness within the Parks Division.

Maintains a variety of records, research data, and prepare reports as required. Assists with developing and updating procedures manual to address irrigation management program guidelines and objectives.

Conducts monthly water usage reports using Microsoft Excel and work with Parks Staff to identify and eliminate issues.

Participates in meetings as required; attend training seminars, vendor demonstrations and courses to remain current with the latest techniques and technologies.

Performs general maintenance work such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, minor electrical or other recognized craft trade in a semi-skilled manner.

Reads and interprets blueprints, specifications, sketches, drawings and dia­grams, job orders and various plans as required to perform assigned tasks. And serve as technical resource for irrigation systems management and water conservation.

Operates equipment and hand or power tools, and perform those tasks which may be required to complete projects, including preparation and clean up responsibilities.

Operates heavy equipment, snowplows, blowers, backhoes, or other similar equipment as needed to perform the responsi­bilities of the position or in emergency situations.

Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency plus five years in irrigation repair and one year working in horticulture, landscape management, or other closely related field. One year of post-high school technical training in irrigation system repair and operation may be substituted for up to two years' on-the-job experience.

Knowledge of repair techniques for all types of irrigation systems. Ability to break down and repair automatic, gear driven, cam driven and impact driven sprinkler heads. Ability to operate a backhoe, trencher and various other type of equipment used in park maintenance. Ability to modify, implement, maintain, and trouble-shoot an automated irrigation control system and make sound recommendations for resolution of problems or changes within program responsibilities.

Knowledge of the methods, tools and materials used in general maintenance.

Knowledge of cellular, 450 MHz radio, 900 MHz radio, and Ethernet communication types. Be able to program modems or radios to communicate to the central control system.

Knowledge of ET based irrigation scheduling, plant water requirements, distribution uniformity, and other components of responsible turf irrigation procedures.

Knowledge of basic electrical principles using continuity and voltage.

Ability to operate various hand/power tools as required. Ability to operate heavy equipment may be required.

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision. 

Desired Qualifications:

Proficient with WeatherTRAK smart irrigation management systems.

Experience maintaining computerized irrigation systems.

Understands and has experience using evapotranspiration for turf watering schedules.

Possession of a valid Landscape Irrigation Auditor Certificate

Working Conditions:

Moderately heavy physical activity; required to push, pull or lift medium weights. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably. Exposure to dampness, temperature extremes, fumes, dust and grease.

Intermittent exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior.

Extended working hours may be required during peak seasons.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

DEPARTMENT

Public Lands

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40

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