Licensed Irrigation Technician

Job Title: Licensed Irrigation Technician

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Pay Grade: Auxiliary PG 6

Dept./School: Maintenance

Date Revised: 5/29/2026

Work Days: 261

Primary Purpose: Under general supervision, manage, inspect and maintain district irrigation systems and components. Monitor, set and adjust watering schedules for timers and irrigation clocks. Provide maintenance and repairs on all irrigation systems. Maintain and provide for the safe condition and operation of all irrigation systems in district facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Clear and valid Texas driver's license
• Must possess an Irrigation Technicians' license - (or) attain within 90 days of employment
• (Preferred) - TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand detailed blueprints/schematic drawings of irrigation systems
• Ability communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment and backhoe
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems

Experience:

Minimum of two years of Irrigation experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Repair, replace, diagnose, troubleshoot irrigation systems and components

• Inspect and document problematic causes of excessive water usage and methods to conserve water.

• Install sprinkler heads, valves, fittings, irrigation boxes, sleeves and any other irrigation components.

• Work cooperatively with Landscape and Grounds Maintenance personnel to ensure proper watering schedules.

• Receive and complete work orders. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.

• Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.

• Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.

• Respond to emergency calls as needed.

Safety

• Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Assist with Athletics Field Maintenance as needed and/or directed.
• Perform any other duties assigned by your supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

General Employee Requirements:

• Quality of Work - complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.
• Quantity of Work - demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.
• Work Habits - display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Communication - communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.
• Dependability - adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.
• Cooperation - work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.
• Initiative - seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.
• Adaptability - adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.
• Judgment - effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.
• Attendance - attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.
• Punctuality - arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Tractor/Backhoe, hand tools, shovels, pumps, power tools, trencher, light truck or van.

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 and on occasion inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around gas lines; work around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; district travel when needed.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

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.