Parks Senior Irrigation Technician

Senior Irrigation Technician

JOB TITLE:                 Parks Senior Irrigation Technician

CLASSIFICATION:    Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT:        CRE/Parks

SUPERVISOR:          Irrigation Foreman

SALARY:                    $43,724 to $61,213 Annually

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION                                                                                                  

To perform a variety of skilled plumbing tasks in the repair and maintenance of public buildings and facilities; to perform the design, installation, maintenance and repair of Park irrigation systems and Park fixtures; and to perform a variety of plumbing tasks in assigned areas.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                              

• Assume the duty of crew leader for various operations as directed by their supervisor and during their absences.  Must possess good time management and organize their day accordingly.
• Design, install, maintain, and repair park irrigation/plumbing systems; troubleshoot and perform visual inspections of irrigation/plumbing systems; make necessary repairs and adjustments; activate and winterize irrigation systems annually. Perform general cleanup of job sites, including seeding and sodding of disturbed areas.
• Understand and can perform daily programming of the Central Control System.
• Perform visual and physical inspection of parks turf grass and landscape plants and determine adequate soil moisture levels.  Program irrigation systems to deliver accurate, precise, and timely water quantities for maintaining quality turf grass and landscape plants.
• Operate a variety of equipment and tools utilized in plumbing activities.
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required; Make repairs to irrigation systems in a timely manner as directed by supervisor.
• Operate heavy equipment such as skid loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, compressors, snowplows, sweepers, and various other equipment in support of a variety of maintenance and construction operations involving Parks; clean and maintain equipment including pre/post trip inspections.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative attitude towards the public and co-workers. Be a role model/mentor for other employees within the City of Cheyenne.
• Participate in special events and on call responsibilities.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES                                                                                                               

• Respond to public inquires in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES                                                                            

• Tools and materials used in irrigation and plumbing and building maintenance work activities.
• Methods and procedures used in irrigation and plumbing repairs, replacements, and new installations.
• Perform skilled plumbing activities in the repair and maintenance of irrigation and plumbing systems.
• Operational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Understanding of basic electricity, simple circuits, and troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret maps, sketches, drawings, specifications, and technical manuals.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Work within confined spaces.
• Perform heavy manual labor.