Position: Irrigation Technician Department: Landscape Status: Full-time, Hourly Pay: $17.38 - $19.38 per hour (DOQ) Reports to: Irrigation Supervisor Benefits: Full Benefits eligible including health insurance, flex benefits, SmartDollar membership, 12 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave accrual, access to JIA amenities, and island parking pass. Retirement: State Employee Retirement System - GSEPS (Pension plus matching 401k) Closing date: Open until filled *Note: Applicants should complete the application; incomplete applications will not be considered. The applicant may submit a resume; however, it does not replace the application. Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist. Job Summary: The Irrigation Technician works in the Irrigation team within the Landscape Operations Department. Responsibilities include ensuring irrigation systems across the Jekyll Island Authority landscaped areas are working properly and making repairs as necessary. Duties also include maintaining sprinkler heads, controllers, valves, water lines, pumps, etc. to ensure proper water distribution. The ideal candidate enjoys working outside, understands landscaping and has a strong desire to learn. Description:
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This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. Still, it is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned occasionally. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. The applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4081 for verification if the email confirmation is not received. However, we cannot provide information on application status after receipt due to the volume of applicants accepted. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4081. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying. Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. The Jekyll Island is a Drug-Free workplace. |