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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 district wide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to read English. Ability to understand oral and written instructions
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Plumbing - Irrigator
Service CenterPosted 4 months ago
Maintenance/onsitemid
Job Description
| Job Title: | Grounds - Irrigator | Wage/Hour Status: | Non-Exempt |
| Reports to: | Dept. Head - Grounds | Pay Grade: | DO 5 - 261 Days |
| Dept./School: | Facility Services | Date Revised: | 01/06/2026 |
Primary Purpose:
Under supervision of a licensed irrigator, maintain all sprinkler systems and related equipment in top working order so as to minimize interruption of the education process caused by equipment.Qualifications:
Education/Certification:- Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier
- Ability to follow oral and written directions
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Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Maintenance, Installation, Repair
- Maintain all underground sprinkler systems.
- Locate water leaks caused by broken heads, valves, lines, etc.
- Repair broken heads, lines, valves, etc.
- Install new sprinkler systems.
- Modify existing sprinkler systems.
- Determine appropriate parts to be used according to water pressure and system design.
- Determine the amount of parts needed to repair systems or install new systems.
- Purchase supplies from appropriate vendors.
- Check systems for appropriate operation.
Safety
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
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Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Various irrigation tools and equipment
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 district wide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Ability to read English. Ability to understand oral and written instructions
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
| Reviewed by: | Bobby Shaw | Date: | 01/06/2026 |
| Received by: | Jerry Martinez | Date: | 01/06/2026 |