Irrigation Technician II (Operations Support)

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

General Functions

This position oversees and performs specialized skilled and technical work in Park operations. Duties are determined by area of assignment. General direction is received from an assigned supervisor. Work is performed without close supervision, using judgment regarding related skills.

Irrigation Technician

• Maintains irrigation systems throughout the Parks & Recreation Division.

• Inspects projects for proper installation and coverage.

• Directs/supervises staff while trouble shooting irrigation system problems.

• Assigns work orders to irrigation staff.

• Instructs staff in proper techniques and use of tracking/locating equipment.

• Orders materials for projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and five years of progressively responsible experience in irrigation systems and controllers.

The ability to maintain a valid Florida Commercial Drivers License for the type of equipment operated upon request of Orange County.

Preferences

Working knowledge of trenching equipment

Licensed as an Irrigation Contractor in the state of Florida

Application Deadline

Open Date: 06/28/2024

Close Date: 07/12/2024

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 110 -- From $ 19.13 to $25.24

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays including 2 floating holidays annually.

• 18 days paid time off per year.

• Longevity bonus based on years of service.

• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.

• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.

• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.

• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.

• Free access to Orlando Magic gyms for the whole family, free access to County Wellworks gyms.

• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

Veterans Preference

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder.

Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

*If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

Address: Operations Support Facility: 1651 N Orange Blossom Tr, Orlando 32804