| Location | Temple, TX |
SummaryIrrigation Technician III, under the general supervision of the Parks Foreman, maintains, inspects, and operates City irrigation systems and supports special events.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Repairs and maintains all irrigation systems managed by the Parks departmentInspects of all assigned irrigation systems, backflow devices, and control boxesWorks with Parks Maintenance Division Director and Parks Planner to write and update irrigation specifications for related city projectsEstimates costs and purchases supplies needed to accomplish projects, ensuring purchasing procedures are followedMaintains inventory of needed repair partsSupervises temporary and permanent employees during irrigation projectsCoordinates with other city departments with inspection, maintenance, and replacement of system backflow devicesSupports special events, both City and private, and helps with the set up and take down of the portable stageWorks with contractors to perform repairs & upgrades to existing systems and new installsProvides input to assist Parks and GIS department in accurate mapping of irrigation systemsProvides irrigation design and supervises installation and system modifications as assignedFollows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelinesPerforms other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalentThree (3) years of experience with installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, including multi-strand and 2 wire/decoder systems
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Valid driver's licenseTCEQ Licensed Landscape Irrigator