Irrigation Specialist - Parks

JOB LOCATION13645 E Ellsworth Ave Aurora, Colorado 80012-1331City of Aurora, ColoradoIt 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 dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPublic parks serve as the shared backyards for our entire community. Vibrant parks rely on a dedicated specialist to keep the grass green and the flowers happy. Guarding the local landscape becomes your primary mission. Managing water flow across the parks system feels like being a doctor for the environment. Wrestling with stubborn pipes ranging from half an inch to eight inches proves who is really the boss. Fixing irrigation heads, lateral lines, and drip components fills the schedule. Using GIS software and smart controllers helps save water while keeping the parks lush. Operating backhoes and loaders makes moving heavy materials much simpler. Testing backflow prevention devices keeps the water system safe for everyone. Working outside means enjoying the fresh air through sunshine, rain, or snow. Lifting up to one hundred pounds happens when the heavy lifting starts. Updating records on the computer ensures every repair is documented for the future. Living out integrity and professionalism helps our team provide top-tier customer service.Keeping the city parks hydrated is like maintaining a massive network of veins that bring life to every corner of the neighborhood.Hiring salary $23.84 - $29.80/hourSalary to be commensurate with experience.*This posting is being used to fill multiple vacancies*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 City of Aurora is pleased to offer:Paid CDL training!Up to $1,000 annual bonus for maintaining your CDL (if eligibility criteria is met).$250.00 Boot allowance annually (steel toe or other safety toe boots are required).Uniforms provided (no more ruining your clothes at work!)Health insurance benefits, choice of plans that fit your situation.Paid Holidays, vacation, personal leave, and sick leave.Retirement Plan (Rare, employer funded retirement plan!)Career advancement opportunities (step progression plan, promotions)Training assistance through our online Learning Management System as well as a Tuition Assistance ProgramThe Parks Irrigation Specialist performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of irrigation systems. This role may serve as lead worker over an assigned group of employees engaged in irrigation projects.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on irrigation systems including but not limited to mainline, lateral line, irrigation heads, drip components, electric control valves, irrigation controllers, master valves, flow sensors and pumps.Performs repairs on PVC, brass, copper, ductile, HDPE and stainless-steel pipe from a one-half inch up to and including eight -inch pipeMakes minor electrical repairsUses GIS equipment and softwarePerforms locates as neededRuns tests, troubleshoots, and makes minor/major repairs to all irrigation system componentsParticipates in the installation of material, equipment, and systemsPerforms field inspectionsAssists in irrigation programming with central irrigation control using smart controllers to maximize irrigation system efficiency and effectivenessMaintains both written and computerized records of operation, maintenance, and repairsMaintains parts and supplies inventory and provides input to assist in soliciting bids for purchasing.Assists in training other employees and acts in supervisory capacity as neededResponds to inquiries from the public seeking direction and assistance after interpreting policies and proceduresTroubleshoots, repairs, maintains, and tests backflow prevention devicesPerforms additional duties as assignedThis job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONSAn equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.Education:High School Diploma or GED.Experience:At least (2) two years of experience in maintenance, and at least (1) one year of Irrigation experience.Experience to include mainline and lateral repairs, valve repair, electrical components, and radios.Licenses and Certifications Required:Class B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrakes and tanker endorsement required in first (6) six monthsAnnual reuse water training cert required within (12) twelve months of employmentIf employed in the Parks Division, Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certifications within (12) twelve months of employmentIf employed in the Golf Division, Commercial Operator pesticide license in first 12 monthsLicenses and Certifications Preferred:Certified Irrigation Technician (Irrigation Association)Certified Landscape Technician- Irrigation (National Association of Landscape Professionals)Confined space certificationCertified Landscape Irrigation Auditor (Irrigation Association)Knowledge:Knowledge of practices, procedures, equipment, and systems related to irrigation maintenance & constructionApplicable safety practices and proceduresWater conservation principles and practicesSkills:Skill in the use of tools and equipment related to parks maintenance and irrigation construction functionsIntermediate computer skills and related software applicationsAbilities:Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and citizensAbility to read plans and construction drawingsCommunicate effectively both orally and in writingRead detailed instructions, diagrams, and schematicsMaintain records and logsOrganize, coordinate, and direct the work of othersAble to complete repetitive lifting tasksWORKING CONDITIONSEssential Personnel:When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnelPhysical Demands:Moderate to heavy physical work depending upon assigned function; may require ability to lift up to a maximum of (100) one hundred poundsMay lift and carry objects weighing up to (50) fifty poundsConsiderable walking and standingFrequently performs activities requiring a full range of body movement including bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and climbingHand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of tools, equipment, and vehiclesVision to read manuals, record data, and monitor/observe instruments and gaugesHearing/listening for troubleshooting and warning signalsSpeech communication to provide technical information and communicate with employees and citizensWork Environment:Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, dust, and chemicalsWork may be performed in a confined spaceEquipment Used:Operates tools, equipment, and vehicles common to park operations, maintenance, and constructionOperates vehicles such as dump trucks, snowplows, tractors, and various specialized equipment, such as heavy and light loaders, backhoes, skid loaders, trenchers, and graders commonly used for park facility irrigation installation and maintenanceComputers with related office and irrigation softwareComputerized communication devicesThis role may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employmentThe city of Aurora will implement furlough days (unpaid days off) for most employees in 2026. The scheduled furlough dates are January 16, April 10, July 2, and December 24.For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application.The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission.Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check.Applicants selected for safety-sensitive positions are required to complete and pass a drug screening as a condition of employment. Safety sensitive positions include Civil Service positions within Police and Fire Departments and positions where their job responsibilities have direct and substantial responsibility that would impact the health and safety of others.Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Aurora, CO