Irrigation Specialist (Austin Parks and Recreation)

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Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements Summary

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in installing and maintaining irrigation systems.

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About This Position

Under limited supervision, this position designs, oversees, assigns, directs, and performs tasks in the installation, maintenance, and/or operation of irrigation systems.

Responsibilities

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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

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Designs and develops specifications for irrigation systems.
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Installs, troubleshoots, inspects, audits, and repairs irrigation systems.
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Provides technical expertise to design professionals, gardeners, volunteers, vendors, and City staff.
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Plans and implements water conservation programs.
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Monitors water quality and ensures compliance with all laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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Maintains detailed blueprints, diagrams, records, and reports associated with City irrigation systems.
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Creates accurate depictions of actual field installations (as-built drawings).
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Creates and oversees watering schedules with consideration to rainfall, solar radiation, wind speed, temperature, and other factors.
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Operates all necessary equipment for the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems.
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Tests, as necessary, backflow devices.
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Performs cross-connection checks in accordance with City of Austin standards.
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Obtains local permits for new installs and repairs.

May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of power tools.
Knowledge of installation and operation of irrigation systems.
Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedures.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and ordinances applicable to work being performed.
Knowledge of water conservation initiatives and methods.
Knowledge of irrigation controllers.
Knowledge of backflow principles.
Skill in irrigation system layout.
Skill in planning, directing, or organizing the work of others.
Skill in preparing simple reports.
Skill in working from drawings, blueprints, plans, and specifications.
Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in installing and maintaining irrigation systems.

Texas Class C Driver License.
Texas Landscape Irrigator’s License or the ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of employment.
Appropriate certification(s) or license(s) as specified for the assignment

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Experience managing non-potable water systems.
Work experience using hand tools, powers tools and other maintenance equipment (e.g,drills, reciprocal saws, hammer drills, augers, snakes,)
Experience with minor repairs in the areas of – restroom fixtures, drinking fountains, sinks, showers, and toilets.
Experience with wireless remotes, icloud, Rainmaster, Hunter, Weathermatic, tablets in the fields to operate irrigation systems and perform data entry.

Nice to Have

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Back-flow Prevention Assembly Tester License or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.

Intermediate computer skills, including knowledge in creating spreadsheets, memos, emails and asset management tracking reports.

Ability to travel to more than one location.

Requirements

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$23.13 - $26.26 per hour.

Monday – Friday, 6:30am-3:00pm
Variable On Call Rotation
May be required to work during City emergencies such as extreme weather events.

Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.