Maintenance Operator - Irrigator - Maintenance (2026-2027)

Job Title

To provide adequate water to all plan materials, maintain safe athletic fields, playgrounds, and landscape areas, utilizing practices set forth by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Supervise and assist grounds crews to maintain the grounds of all district campuses and athletic fields in a safe and attractive condition.

Qualifications:

Preferred High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Irrigator's License

Valid driver's license issued by the State of Texas

Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of planting, pruning and care of trees, shrubbery and ground cover

Knowledge of turf management

Knowledge of design, installation, and repair of irrigation systems

Knowledge of irrigation control operations and functions

Knowledge of the layout of athletic field

Knowledge of marking and getting all athletic fields ready for games

Knowledge of PVC installation and techniques

Knowledge of general maintenance related skills

Knowledge of electronic devices (volt/ohm meter, wire tracer)

Ability to operate or using trenching and boring equipment and shovel to prepare trenches

Ability and endurance to perform tasks for up to 8-hour periods

Ability and mobility to perform tasks on all terrains

Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner

Experience:

Minimum five years of experience in landscaping or related fields

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Diagnose and troubleshoot valve malfunctions.

2. Ability to read and understand blue prints.

3. Understand state, city, and local water codes and restrictions.

4. Maintain irrigation systems within state and local regulation.

5. Operate trenching equipment, backhoe, etc.

6. Maintain PM maintenance scheduling and routing.

7. Maintain any required state and local records.

8. Follow instructions.

9. Complete assignments in a timely and workable manner.

10. Demonstrate acceptable work habits including teamwork, initiative and dependability.

11. Maintain professional appearance.

12. Coordinate, supervise, and participate in the grounds maintenance of all district campuses and athletic fields.

13. Assign duties to crew leaders and groundskeepers, and inspect completed work.

14. Coordinate, supervise and participate in the preparation of all athletic fields for games.

15. Periodically inspect all game field and facilities.

16. Perform any other job-related duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; 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, 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 districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress