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Golf Irrigation Technician I (Full Time) - UNITED STATES

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City of Amarillo | Amarillo Texas United states
Expires: March 10, 2024

Position Information
Requisition Number S2109P
Position Title Golf Irrigation Technician I
Salary $15.00/hr DOQ
Division Parks & Recreation
Department 1811-Golf Operations
Location Public Safety & Organizational Services
Employment Type Full Time
Hours/Days Must be able to work flexible hours including weekend work, and split-shifts. Subject to after-hour call backs
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Classified/Unclassified Classified
Grant Funded No
Job Description Under general supervision, this position is responsible for the programing, operation, maintenance, and improvements of the golf course irrigation system at either golf complex. The irrigation technician 1 is required to report any irregularities in turf quality to the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent, or General Manager of Golf Operations. Applicant must be self motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. This position will be required to work shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as well as overtime as needed by the department. This position will be required to work during inclement weather.
Performs preventative maintenance and repair on the irrigation system.
  • Determines wet and dry areas for adjustment of sprinklers.
  • Routinely conducts checks of all sprinkler heads on the entire facility.
  • Spot/hand water needed areas routinely.
  • Performs any other job-related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities KNOWLEDGE :
  • Maintains working knowledge of pump station maintenance requirements.
  • Knowledge of how to read blueprints and irrigation maps.
  • Knowledge of how to navigate computer software.
  • Knowledge of irrigation controllers and electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of how to troubleshoot and repair irrigation breaks.
SKILLS :
  • Strong verbal communication skills.
  • Use of wire tracers and/or valve locators.
  • Moisture meter readings.
  • Detail oriented
  • Organized
ABILITIES :
  • Operate, maintain, and repair complex irrigation system, including breaks/leaks on distribution lines, valves, heads, and electrical system.
  • Report any serious breaks or issues immediately.
  • Prioritize and use time efficiently.
  • Routinely inspect irrigation system
Licenses/Certification
Required Qualifications Any combination of training and experience equivalent to one year working with design, general repair and maintenance of commercial/golf course irrigation systems, wells, and pumps. Valid Texas Driver’s License required.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or more than 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also walk, crawl, crouch, stand, kneel, stoop, sit, hear, reach, finger, grasp, handle, push, pull, speak, see, and talk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions.
The employee works in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.
Special Instructions Summary
EEO/ADA The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.

 
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