City of El Paso

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Irrigation Technician license required within six (6) months of date of hire.. May be required to obtain Backflow Prevention Tester Certification.. Under general supervision, as a working supervisor, plan, schedule and oversee subordinate semi-skilled or unskilled workers in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of irrigation equipment, irrigation systems and small pumps.. Involves: Assist in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of simple and moderately complex irrigation systems including backflow devices.. Please note: This is a new advertisement for Irrigation Technician.

irrigation technician

Requirements
MOS Code: 003763 (Navy), 1171 (Marine Corps), 151A (Army)
Education and Experience: A high school diploma, GED, or higher, and one (1) year of irrigation system installation and maintenance experience.
Licenses and Certificates: Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Irrigation Technician license required within six (6) months of date of hire. May be required to obtain Backflow Prevention Tester Certification.
Special Requirements:
Positions requiring a CDL or positions of a safety sensitive are subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal regulations.
General Purpose
Under general supervision, as a working supervisor, plan, schedule and oversee subordinate semi-skilled or unskilled workers in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of irrigation equipment, irrigation systems and small pumps.
Typical Duties
Plan, schedule and oversee daily irrigation system maintenance work. Involves: Assign repair and related tasks to staff. Perform regular site and irrigation system inspections and oversee all work in progress to ensure quality, timeliness and safety. Plan, select and requisition necessary equipment and related supplies. Maintain files and records related to projects, schedules and other areas. Perform preventative maintenance and repair of all assigned equipment. Maintain cleanliness of tools, equipment and work areas. Oversee and coordinate the work of contractors as necessary.
Perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of irrigation equipment, irrigation systems and small pumps. Involves: Assist in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of simple and moderately complex irrigation systems including backflow devices. Read diagrams and blueprints to lay out and locate irrigation valves, timers and wiring. Install irrigation timers, irrigation piping and valves. Test completed irrigation systems for proper functioning of valves and timers. Locate, excavate and repair or replace damaged or malfunctioning equipment. Restock van to ensure supply of necessary parts and equipment.
Supervise a small crew in performing maintenance tasks. Involves: Assign, review and monitor work completed. Guide task performance. Train and develop employees. Prepare employees' performance appraisals. Recommend vacation approval and merit increases.
Perform related duties as required. Involves: Routinely assist or participate in performing maintenance and repair work as necessary. Perform duties of supervisor or coworkers as necessary to ensure continuity of operations during absences. Interact with supervisors, contractors, vendors and coworkers. Answer questions and provide accurate information to inquiries. Maintain records of completed work.
General Information

Test information: An evaluation of education and experience will be conducted on qualified applicants.

Please note: This is a new advertisement for Irrigation Technician. You must apply if you are still interested in this position.

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

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