Irrigation Specialist

Parks Irrigation Specialist

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of : Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.

Why Work for Aurora?

• Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
• Diverse community
• Competitive total compensation package
• Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
• Light rail station minutes away
• On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
• Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
• Access to innovation workspaces

We are seeking the next water mixologist to join our team and concoct the perfect drink for miles of green. The water mixologist at Saddle Rock Golf Course is more commonly known as a Parks Irrigation Specialist. This isn't just a job; it's about being the resident subject matter expert of our beautiful landscape, ensuring every blade of grass gets its share of the good stuff.

You'll be our go-to expert, diving into our irrigation systems, performing regular check-ups, and troubleshooting like a pro. Think of it as solving a puzzle where the pieces are pipes, wires, and sometimes even a bit of clever programming. You'll keep our systems humming, from making minor adjustments to tackling bigger repairs.

If you're someone who loves to see the fruits of their labor (especially when it's vibrant green), can manage a schedule that includes weekend shifts and even lend a hand with snow removal when the weather calls for it, . If you enjoy problem-solving outdoors and understand that good irrigation is the heartbeat of a great golf course, then we want to hear from you.

The hiring range is $23.31 - $29.13 / hour. Salary to be commensurate with experience.

The deadline for submitting applications is Sunday, September 21, 2025. Please note, the City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first-come, first-served basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.

The Irrigation Specialist performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of irrigation systems; may serve as lead worker over an assigned group of employees engaged in irrigation projects.

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