Irrigation Technician

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

 

 

Job Title:  Irrigation Technician (0376)

Reports To:  Executive Director of Facilities

Dept/Campus:  Facilities, Planning & Construction

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:  M25

Duty Days:  261

Date Revised:  3/2025

 

 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

 

            Maintain and repair all types of district irrigation and related equipment to minimize interruption of the education  process.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

            Education/Certification

            High School Diploma or GED

            Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier

            Higher Levels of License & Certifications will be given consideration

            

            Special Knowledge/Skills:

            Ability to read blueprints

            Ability to operate excavators, backhoe, UTV, skid-steer, and ditch trencher

           

            Preferred Experience:

            Five years commercial experience in irrigation/plumbing including repair, service, and installation

            BPAT License

            Knowledge of Hunter ACC2 Clocks and Accessories, Hunter Centralus Software

 

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

 

 

1. Demonstrate acceptable work habits including teamwork, initiative, and dependability
2. Report to work on time each day
3. Troubleshoot and repair 2-Wire and multi-wire irrigation systems
4. Repair and replace sprinkler heads
5. Repair and replace valves
6. Repair, replace, and install lateral lines and mains
7. Maintain, repair, program, and replace time clocks
8. Installation of new irrigation system components as directed
9. Soil moisture testing
10. Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis
11. Respond to NISD Emergency Calls during after hours, nights, and weekends as needed
12. Report to work during inclement weather unless otherwise directed

 

 

MINOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

 

1. Maintain and repair sewage and sump pumps
2. Maintain and repair gas lines in safe condition
3. Maintain and repair drinking fountain fixtures
4. Maintain and repair hot water circulating pumps and hot water heaters
5. Maintain and repair all kitchen & restroom-related plumbing

 

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: 

N/A

 

 

EQUIPMENT USED:

 

            Backhoe
            Tractor
            Ditch trencher
            Jackhammer
            Reciprocating Saw
            Torches
            Water pumps
            Hand drill
            Large, medium, and small sewer machines
            Sewer Jetter
            Man lifts
            Dirt tampers
            Shovels
            Multimeter
            Locator
            Handheld Programmer
            Station Master
 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

            Mental Demands:

            Ability to read

            Ability to communicate effectively (verbal)

            Ability to follow oral and written directions

           

            Physical Demands:

            Frequent bending

            Frequent stooping

            Frequent light lifting

            Frequent heavy lifting

            Frequent kneeling

            Frequent climbing of ladders, scaffolds, etc.

            Frequent digging

            Ability to lift 50 pounds to waist height              

 

            Sensory Requirements:

            Significant hearing

            Near vision

            Far vision

            Peripheral vision

            Color differentiation

            Depth perception

           

            Environment:

            Subject to temperature extremes

            Subject to frequent interruptions

            Subject to frequent deadlines

            Subject to wet slippery surfaces

            Subject to enclosed spaces

            Exposure to fumes

            Exposure to dust

            Exposure to solvents

            Exposure to toxic chemicals/materials

            Exposure to noise

            Exposure to high voltage

            Exposure to rain, snow, sleet, lightning, wind, sun, ice

            Exposure to roof tar, grease, oils

            Exposure to insulation fibers

            Exposure to ceiling tile fibers 

 

 

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.