AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRER (BC-09) [1 vacancy]

AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRER (BC-09) [1 vacancy]

Salary

$6,078.00 Monthly

Location

Oahu, HI

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

342256

Department

Department of Enterprise Services

Division

Golf Courses

Opening Date

04/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Information

Enjoy the golf course? Come spray with us!

Join Honolulus Golf Courses Division.

The Department of Enterprise Services (DES), Golf Courses Division is hiring an Automatic Sprinkler System Repairer at the Ala Wai Golf Course. This position performs technical work and has full responsibility for the repair and maintenance of the automatic sprinkler system at the golf course.

What You Will Do:

• Repair and maintain automatic sprinkler controllers, valves, irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, and pump stations.
• Perform inspections, cleaning, testing, and servicing of system components to ensure proper operation.
• Program and monitor automated sprinkler systems and report irrigation and pump malfunctions.
• Plan maintenance schedules, order parts, maintain repair records, and track water usage.
• Operate City vehicles to transport equipment and materials and provide maintenance and supervisory support as needed.

Special Work Conditions:

• These positions may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Work schedule subject to change based on job requirements.
• May be required to operate vehicle such as pick up truck to pick up supplies.
• May be assigned to work at another golf course.
• Will operate a golf cart.

Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.

Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!

Additional Job Information

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position (i.e., repairing and maintaining electrical and hydraulic automatic ground sprinkler systems).

Applicable Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of automatic sprinkler systems, including electrical components, tools, materials, and safety procedures.
• Ability to diagnose, repair, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems efficiently.
• Skilled in using trade tools and equipment with manual dexterity and safe work practices.
• Ability to plan and organize work, and follow sketches, diagrams, and technical instructions.
• Ability to keep accurate records, prepare reports, and follow oral and written directions.

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:

Valid drivers license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.

What are the benefits of being a City Employee?

• • Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
• • Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
• • Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
• • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
• • Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
• • Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
• • Retirement Plan: The Employees Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
• • Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
• • Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
• • Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
• • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
• • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

To view additional information, please visit our Benefits of City Employment page.

• All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.

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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS

When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.

Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.

List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if youve held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).

In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.

• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.

• Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.

• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.

• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.

• Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.

• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.

If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., drivers license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR & MAINTENANCE

Describe your experience in the repair and maintenance of automatic ground sprinkler systems.

Include in your explanation:

a) Which position(s) from the Work Experience section of your application where you repaired and maintained automatic ground sprinkler systems;

b) A detailed description of your experience in the repair and maintenance of automatic ground sprinkler systems;

c) Your level of responsibility (i.e., helper/apprentice, journeyperson, supervisor);

d) The length of time worked in that level of responsibility (e.g., 2 years apprentice, 5 years journeyperson, 2 years supervisor); and

e) The percentage of time you specifically performed repair and maintenance work of automatic ground sprinkler systems.

If you have no experience, indicate "None" in the space provided.

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SPRINKLER SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

Describe your experience in troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic automatic ground sprinkler systems.

Include in your explanation:

a) Which position(s) from the Work Experience section of your application where you performed troubleshooting of electrical and hydraulic automatic ground sprinkler systems;

b) Describe your duties and responsibilities in troubleshooting electrical and hydraulic automatic ground sprinkler systems (i.e., how did you troubleshoot, provide examples); and

c) List the kinds of electrical and hydraulic ground sprinkler systems you have installed, serviced, maintained, and/or repaired.

If you have no experience, indicate "None" in the space provided.

Required Question

Employer City and County of Honolulu

Address 650 South King Street, 10th Floor

Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813

Phone (808) 768-8536

Website https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/