Job Details

Irrigation Technician

Position Number: 9786225
Location: Salt Lake City, United States
Position Type: Facilities Management

Irrigation Technician

Job Summary

Supports and advances the operation, maintenance, and optimization of campus irrigation systems, with responsibilities that scale from seasoned experience to technical leadership and system oversight. Duties include operating, programming, and maintaining the central irrigation control system; troubleshooting and repairing components such as filters, pumps, and piping; and performing preventative maintenance and inspections to ensure system reliability. Positions at higher levels take on increasing responsibility for complex diagnostics, system programming, irrigation scheduling, and sustainable water management. Advanced roles provide technical expertise in irrigation design, mapping, and construction review; lead projects and staff; and collaborate with Facilities Management, landscape teams, and external partners to support capital improvements and campus development. All levels contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and sustainable campus environment while adhering to University and industry standards and best practices. A valid driver's license is required.

This position may be filled at Levels II, III, or IV depending on candidate qualifications and department needs. Final level placement will be based on experience, skills, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities
Irrigation Technician II: Independently performs maintenance and repair of irrigation systems. Operates and programs the central irrigation control system. Troubleshoots system components, conducts preventative maintenance and inspections, and tests and adjusts water chemistry. Coordinates with irrigation crews and landscape maintenance to support effective irrigation scheduling.

Irrigation Technician III: Advanced irrigation system operations, including programming, troubleshooting complex issues, and performing major repairs. Develops irrigation schedules to support sustainable water use. Reviews construction documents and provides input on irrigation design and system mapping. Collaborates with Facilities Management and project stakeholders on irrigation strategies.

Irrigation Technician IV: Serves as the technical expert for campus irrigation systems. Oversees system programming, optimization, and long-term performance. Leads irrigation projects and staff, supports capital planning, and provides expert guidance on irrigation design and mapping. Reviews construction documents, conducts site assessments, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment with university standards and sustainability goals.

This position may be filled at Levels II, III, or IV depending on candidate qualifications and department needs. Final level placement will be based on experience, skills, and internal equity considerations.

Must possess a valid driver's license

Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:
Irrigation Technicians, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
Irrigation Technicians, III: Requires 3+ years of related experience.
Irrigation Technicians, IV: Requires 5+ years of related experience.

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Special Instructions
Please provide any specialty license or certifications that may be applicable.

Requisition Number: PRN46006B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary: Standard Monday Friday schedule 6:00am 2:30pmSnow Schedule includes being on call nights and weekends and possibly starting at 12:00am during a snow storm. On-Call per rotating shift schedule (2x yr)
Department: 01751 - ACADEMIC DISTRICT
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $20.00 - $30.00
Close Date: 11/25/2026
Open Until Filled:

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