Grounds Irrigation Specialist

Job Skills/Licenses

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, the Irrigation Specialist maintains and repairs all district irrigation systems including modification of existing systems and the planning, cost estimating, and installation of new systems. The Irrigation Specialist performs specialized work on irrigation systems.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Thorough knowledge of sprinkler controllers, wiring, piping, and all mechanical components and the mechanical principles of sprinkler equipment. Ability to investigate troubleshoot and repair systems, plan, estimate costs, and install or modify irrigation systems for particular sections of the campus; maintain existing irrigation systems; operate equipment, such as trenchers, excavators, leak detectors, etc.; provide lead work direction to others; and read and write at a level appropriate to the duties of the position.

Read and interpret routine written or printed materials

Basic math skills

Ability to effectively use garden and hand tools

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Employment

Repair broken sprinkler lines, sprinkler heads, valves, and related equipment

Clears blockages from valves and pipes; inspects, services, maintains, and repairs automatic sprinkler control devices;

Perform minor repairs on sprinkler control devices; establish and maintain sprinkler system preventive maintenance programs.

Plan irrigation systems, select types of irrigation equipment, estimate costs, and install or modify sprinkler systems

Review landscaped areas and coordinate the installation of new sprinkler systems and the modification of existing sprinkler systems, taking into consideration the vegetation, soil conditions, and evaporation and water retention factors

Work closely with contractors installing sprinkler systems around new structures to ensure proper irrigating capabilities of the system;

Prepare or revise sketches or plans to show the location of pipes, valves, sprinkler heads, and water pressure;

May perform emergency repair work on irrigation systems;

May on occasion perform Groundsworker duties

May drive other automotive equipment in the performance of assigned duties.

Make repairs and additions to existing irrigation systems.

Maintain the programming of all irrigation systems.

Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Promote high standards of safety and good housekeeping.

Report items in need of repair to the grounds supervisor.

Assist with the maintenance of all athletic fields.

Performs preventative maintenance on equipment. Reports any major damage to the supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Operates pickup truck, trailers, backhoes, lawn and landscaping equipment, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, miscellaneous hand and power tools.

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over)

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, and vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Years Of Experience

• Total years you've worked for WISD

• Years you've worked as a paraprofessional for WISD

• Years you've worked as a professional for WISD

• Years you've worked as a professional in all districts

• Total years you've worked in any district

Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to conduct a criminal history background check?
• I hereby authorize Wylie ISD to verify any and all references provided by me and hold the district and any 3rd Party harmless for the information provided:

Skills Questionnaire

• How many years of experience do you have working with the public or in a customer service environment?

• How many years of experience do you have in maintaining data and physical files?

• Have you ever worked with confidential information?

• Rate your ability to work cooperatively with others:

• Rate the importance of confidentiality of information:

• Rate your comfort level in communicating with students and parents:

• Rate your ability to follow oral and written instructions:

• Rate the importance of attendance and punctuality:

General Questions

• Date Available: (MM/DD/YYYY)

• Position(s) applying for:

• Type of employment (Full-time or Part-time):

• Have you been employed by Wylie ISD in the past? If yes, please provide date(s) of employment.

• Please list any language (other than English) that you can fluently read or speak. Please indicate by each language listed if you can read, speak or both.

• Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest (nolo contendre) to, or received probation, suspension, or deferred adjudication for a felony or any offense involving moral turpitude (including, but not limited to, theft, rape, murder, swindling, and indecency with a minor)? If yes, please state where. when, and the nature of the offense.

• Are you related to a District Board Member? If so, please provide name and relationship.

Education/Certification Requirements

Qualifications:

Education:

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Landscape Irrigation Technician license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) or the ability to obtain within six months of hire

Experience:

Two years of experience in the care and maintenance of landscaped areas or general grounds, with one year in the maintenance, repair, or modification of irrigation systems and irrigation equipment.

Benefits

For information, please visit our benefits website at http://wylieisd.schoolwires.net/Page/1567

Attachments

Cover Letter

Resume

Reference Letter

Transcripts

Certificate

References

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