Grounds - Irrigator
Under supervision of a licensed irrigator, maintain all sprinkler systems and related equipment in top working order so as to minimize interruption of the education process caused by equipment.
Education/Certification: Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier
Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to follow oral and written directions
Experience: None
Maintenance, Installation, Repair
- Maintain all underground sprinkler systems.
- Locate water leaks caused by broken heads, valves, lines, etc.
- Repair broken heads, lines, valves, etc.
- Install new sprinkler systems.
- Modify existing sprinkler systems.
- Determine appropriate parts to be used according to water pressure and system design.
- Determine the amount of parts needed to repair systems or install new systems.
- Purchase supplies from appropriate vendors.
- Check systems for appropriate operation.
Safety
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
- Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
- Tools/Equipment Used: Various irrigation tools and equipment
- Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
- Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
- Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
- Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel
- Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to read English. Ability to understand oral and written instructions