City of Aurora

Irrigation Specialist - Parks

Central Building A, United States of America

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 51 days ago

Customer SupportGISCommunication

About the role

Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization.
Vibrant parks rely on a dedicated specialist to keep the grass green and the flowers happy.
Managing water flow across the parks system feels like being a doctor for the environment.

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on irrigation systems including but not limited to mainline, lateral line, irrigation heads, drip components, electric control valves, irrigation controllers, master valves, flow sensors and pumps.
Performs repairs on PVC, brass, copper, ductile, HDPE and stainless-steel pipe from a one-half inch up to and including eight -inch pipe

At least (2) two years of experience in maintenance, and at least (1) one year of Irrigation experience.
Experience to include mainline and lateral repairs, valve repair, electrical components, and radios.
Class B Commercial Driver's License with airbrakes and tanker endorsement required in first (6) six months
Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and systems related to irrigation maintenance & construction

Certified Irrigation Technician (Irrigation Association)
Certified Landscape Technician- Irrigation (National Association of Landscape Professionals)
Confined space certification
Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (Irrigation Association)

Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to parks maintenance and irrigation construction functions
Intermediate computer skills and related software applications
Ability to read plans and construction drawings
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Read detailed instructions, diagrams, and schematics
Maintain records and logs
Organize, coordinate, and direct the work of others
Able to complete repetitive lifting tasks
Essential Personnel:
Operates tools, equipment, and vehicles common to park operations, maintenance, and construction
Computers with related office and irrigation software

Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision.
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Up to $1,000 annual bonus for maintaining your CDL (if eligibility criteria is met).

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement

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