Landscape Maintenance Lead Irrigation Technician - Facilities Management

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Landscape Maintenance Lead Irrigation Technician

JOB SUMMARY 

Responsible for overseeing landscape maintenance operations, managing a team of workers, and ensuring the proper functioning of irrigation systems to preserve the health and beauty of landscapes. Performs skilled work in both landscape maintenance and irrigation systems. Performs skilled work in the design, installation and maintenance of irrigation systems. Work is performed under general supervision and performance evaluation is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies & Procedures. 

 ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:       Manager, Landscape Operations

Supervises:     May supervise Groundskeeper I & II 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES - May include, but not limited to the following:

1. Lead and supervise a team of landscape maintenance workers. 
2. Assign tasks, provide guidance, and ensure the completion of daily maintenance activities according to schedule.
3. Train new team members on proper maintenance techniques and safety procedures.
4. Designs, schedules, and trenches for irrigation systems and assists various utilities with trenching needs.
5. Designs, schedules, and installs pipes, fittings, spray heads, controls and emergency shut offs.
6. Install new irrigation systems and perform upgrades or modifications as needed.
7. Provide recommendations for landscape improvements and irrigation system upgrades.
8. Program irrigation controllers and adjust watering schedules based on seasonal requirements and plant needs.
9. Maintain and routinely clean water features throughout the Denton campus.
10. Restores grounds to orderly fashion following installation of systems.
11. Maintains irrigation supply inventory and distributes materials.
12. Coordinates work with proposed building and construction plans.
13. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work performed, materials used, and equipment maintenance schedules.
14. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs.
15. Address issues and concerns in a professional and timely manner.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Prepare reports and documentation for clients, management, and regulatory compliance purposes.
• Performs other duties as requested.

EDUCATION 

High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

Four years experience in irrigation design and installation. Supervisory experience preferred.

REQUIREMENT

Relevant license for irrigation system management required. Valid driver’s license issued by the State of Texas and a safe driving record such as required to attain Driver’s Authorization from the university.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.  

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Ability to operate or use trenching and boring equipment and shovel to prepare trenches.
• Ability and endurance to perform tasks for up to eight (8) hour periods.
• Ability and mobility to perform tasks on all terrains.
• Knowledge of PVC installation and techniques. 
• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner. 
• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform th