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Irrigation Specialist

Position Number: 4883741
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Facilities Management

University of Idaho

Irrigation Specialist

Location: Moscow

Division/College: Facilities Management

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.00

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of all campus irrigation systems. It will work as part of a team to accomplish goals and objectives.

This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

Performing routine and preventative maintenance of systems, tools, equipment and vehicles
Locating irrigation lines, sprinkler heads and valves
Making recommendations regarding irrigation projects and provide cost estimates
Developing project and repair lists
Coordinating with various trade groups and contractors as needed
Designing, operating, expanding and constructing irrigation systems
Reviewing and interpreting design and construction blueprints and specifications
Using computer drafting software to map irrigation systems
May train or supervise the work of others
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Three years related to commercial or institutional irrigation systems involving design, installation, maintenance, repair and expansion
Testing and repairing low voltage electrical components within irrigation systems
Supervising personnel and instructing others in use of tools and equipment related to irrigation installation and repair

Preferred Qualifications:

Two years of post-secondary education or training in the fields of construction, irrigation systems maintenance and operations, landscape maintenance and operations
Two additional years of experience related to commercial or institutional irrigation systems, for a total of five years
Experience operating computerized equipment and computer software for record keeping, email, database entry, photo archiving and irrigation management systems
Knowledge of reclaimed water systems, codes and regulations
Possession or ability to obtain a special license for Irrigation Sprinkler Electrical systems as issued by the Idaho Division of Building Safety
Ability to operate a variety of irrigation/landscape equipment such as: loader, backhoe, grader, roller, excavator, trencher, forklift, uni-loaders, mowers, etc.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Must be able to:
- Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
- Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 60 pounds
- Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
- Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties
- Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Work in inclement weather conditions
- Work on uneven and slick surfaces
- Work safely in high traffic/congested pedestrian areas

Must be able to: Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 60 pounds Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Work in inclement weather conditions Work on uneven and slick surfaces Work safely in high traffic/congested pedestrian areas

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

Posting Number: SP004235P

Posting Date: 12/19/2023

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
* First application review date 1/2/24. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until position is filled.

** When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.