Integrated Trades Irrigation Technician

INTEGRATED TRADES IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN JobID: 5385

Position Type:

Classified Job Postings/Integrated Trades Irrigation Tech

Date Posted:

6/13/2024

Location:

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Closing Date:

Until Filled

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Full-Time: 260 Day Contract

TSS

Monday

• Friday, 8 hours daily

Pay Column M: $18.28/hour + Benefits

Benefits: Health Insurance employee contribution toward premium for Family $199.52 or Single $60.32 per month

Laramie County School District 1

Job Description Job Title: Integrated Trades

• Irrigation Specialist Revised Date: November 2020 Department: Integrated Trades FLSA Status: Non-exempt Work Year: 12 Months Salary Schedule: TSS - 260 days

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for maintaining irrigation systems; providing information and documentation of activities; and ensuring adequate materials are available for timely completion of job functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions

Frequency % of

Time 1. Inspects irrigation systems to identify, repair, and/or replace irrigation components and maintaining schedules. Repairs all components of an irrigation system (e.g. timers, clocks, sprinklers, control valves, pipes, wiring systems, etc.) to keep it operating according to its design. W 20% 2. Installs, repairs, maintains and tests back flow valves as per city code. A 15% 3. Installs, repairs, maintains flow meters, master valves, etc. to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective systems. W 10% 4. Operates heavy equipment (e.g. tractor, bobcat, skid loader, dump truck, trenchers, etc.) to install and maintain irrigation systems. M 5% 5. Performs a variety of landscaping activities (e.g. mowing, fertilizing, planting, spraying weeds, etc.) to maintain school grounds. M 5% 6. Maintains supplies, equipment, and tools for the purpose of ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in an efficient and timely manner M 5% 7. Programs controllers thru Centralize Irrigation System to adapt to changing weather conditions. D 20% 8. Removes snow to ensure parking lots and sidewalks are safe for vehicles, staff, students, and other personnel. M 5% 9. Coordinates with administration and athletic coaches to adjust irrigation programs for a variety of school events. M 5% 10. Assesses problems and/or failures in irrigation systems to identify, repair, and/or replacement irrigation components. W 5% 11. Performs other duties as assigned Ongoing 5% TOTAL = 100%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required

• No experience required, but experience in grounds keeping or irrigation, preferred

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire

• Valid state issued Driver's License, required

• Must obtain and maintain Defensive Driving certificate by the conclusion of the district-provided training course

• Backflow License, required within 1 year of hire

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Oral and written communication skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships

• Attention to detail

• Interpersonal skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions

• Ability to perform basic math including calculations using fractions, geometry, and algebra

• Ability to follow all safety protocols, wear Personal Protective Equipment, and proper handling of hazardous materials

• Ability to manage workload and schedule/prioritize workload

• Ability to work with handheld or power tools

• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting

• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures

• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals

• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.

• Operating knowledge of district information technology systems and department-specific software and equipment required within 3 months after entering position

• Operational knowledge of all powered equipment used to perform job functions, such as heavy equipment, welders, grounds keeping equipment, surveying equipment, etc. preferred at hire, but never required

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

POSITION TITLE Reports to: Integrated Trades Supervisor POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES Direct reports: This position has no direct reports

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position has no direct reports

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

VISION DEMANDS: Required No special vision requirements. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) X Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision X Depth perception X Ability to adjust focus X NOISE LEVEL: Exposure Level Very quiet Quiet Moderate X Loud X Very Loud

HIRING MANAGER: Larry Malcom

Title: Integrated Trades Supervisor

Phone: 307-771-2485