Technician I Irrigator - Plumbing

Technician I Irrigator Plumbing

Assists the Irrigation Technician III with installing, repairing, and maintaining district sprinkler systems. Maintenance & repair includes assembling, installing, maintaining, and pressure testing all pipes, fittings, and fixtures for water, drainage, and sprinkler systems according to specifications and plumbing codes. Detects needed repairs on sprinkler equipment following established inspection procedures. Determines sources of irrigation malfunctions and completes repairs as indicated or according to work orders. Installs and repairs pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment. Receives and completes work orders. Selects material and hardware and makes time and materials estimates. Maintains accurate records on material and labor used. Inspects jobs upon completion and ensures areas are clean. Works with building principals and supervisors to complete projects. Responds to emergency calls as needed.

Safety includes maintaining inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures that equipment is in safe operating condition. Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Personal work relationships include maintaining a commitment to the District's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct, and work ethic. Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer. Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork. Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Other duties include performing all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies, and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include knowledge of irrigation systems, plumbing repairs, maintenance, and installation techniques. Skill in performing basic mathematical calculations with accuracy. Ability to perform mathematical calculations. Ability to diagnose and resolve problems. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written forms. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel requirements include traveling to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and mental demands include frequent standing, walking, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting; works in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequent repetitive hand motions; frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis. Works outside and 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; works around machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly works irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel. Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Special requirements include the ability to respond to emergency work requests and to work overtime as required.

Minimum required qualifications include an accredited high school diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency. Clear and valid Texas Driver's License. No experience required; experience in irrigation systems/plumbing preferred.