Irrigation Technician

Irrigation Technician

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Read the full statement. Job Title Irrigation Technician Job Grade FP16 Division Business and Finance College / Dept Facilities Management and Planning Department Landscape Requisition Number 2024-00143 FTE (full-time equivalency) 100.

00 Work Schedule M - F 6am - 2 : 30pm or 7am - 3 : 30pm Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely / Telecommuting?

No remote / telecommute opportunity Appointment Term 12- 12 / 12 months Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?

Yes Pay Information $18.75 - $20.68 Pay Schedule Hourly FLSA Designation Non-Exempt Position Summary Under General direction from the Supervisor and or Manager the Irrigation Technician will assist with irrigation operations and perform general landscape and grounds maintenance functions.

The irrigation technician involves a wide range of responsibilities including adjusting controllers, irrigation repairs, troubleshooting, coordinating water usage, spring start up, winterization, irrigation locates for construction, grounds and landscaping task, snow and ice removal, and other related duties as assigned.

Job Duties Responsibility Area : Irrigation Operations Duties : Adjust controllers, coordinate with supervisor and or manager to make decisions of irrigation water use, trouble shooting of irrigation system, spring start up and winterizations, assist contractors, irrigation locates in construction areas, estimates of cost for material needed, keep adequate supply of supplies, and maintain equipment of UNO’s irrigation systems.

Percentage Of Time 25 Essential Function : Yes Responsibility Area : Maintenance & Troubleshooting Duties : perform corrective and preventative maintenance, diagnose, and correct electrical issues.

Percentage Of Time 25 Essential Function : Yes Responsibility Area : Grounds & Landscape Maintenance Duties : Care and upkeep of UNO’s grounds and landscape by mowing, trimming, mulching, trash, plant care, equipment maintenance, weed control, workorders and other related duties as assigned.

Percentage Of Time 25 Essential Function : Yes Responsibility Area : Emergency Response Duties : Respond to emergencies on campus that may arise.

Subject to 24-hour callback for emergencies and needed coverage. Percentage Of Time 10 Essential Function : Yes Responsibility Area : Communication Duties : Responds and generates emails to staff and contractors about any irrigation related topics.

Keeps detailed records and note of irrigation construction and maintenance

Percentage Of Time 10 Essential Function : Yes Responsibility Area : Contractor Oversite Duties : Assist contractors with any irrigation related activities which includes but not limited to locates, new construction, and renovations.

Percentage Of Time 5 Essential Function : Yes Required and Preferred Qualifications Required Education High School Diploma Required Experience 2 years experience in irrigation, grounds / landscaping or similar work Required License / Certification Valid Drivers License is required Required Additional Qualifications : NA Preferred Education NA Preferred Experience Experience with Irrigation Systems & Repairs Preferred License / Certification NA Preferred Additional Qualifications : NA Compliance Requirements Credit Check No Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check Yes Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment Yes Drug Screen Yes

Supplemental Question

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• What is the highest level of education you have attained? none High School Diploma / GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Master's Degree Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)
• Do you have at least 2 years experience in irrigation, grounds / landscaping or similar work? Yes No
• Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No

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