Irrigation Technician
Denton, Texas
Employer: UNT System
Industry: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000
Salary: $31201.00 per year
Job type: Full-Time
Position Details
Position Information
UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title
Irrigation Technician
Department
UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000
Job Location
Denton
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information
$31,201.00
Department Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Department supports the academic, research, housing, and dining facility needs for the University of North Texas while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the University's physical assets. The Facilities Maintenance team performs routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the campus buildings and utility infrastructure. Grounds services provides an aesthetically pleasing environment for University faculty, staff, students, and visitors by maintaining all campus turf, landscapes, irrigation system, litter control, solid waste management and recycling. Facilities Maintenance maintains, repairs, constructs, and renovates University facilities and installed systems in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, and in conformance with University policies and standards.
The Facilities organization at UNT is a service provider comprised of the following divisions: Facilities Planning Design & Construction ( PDC ); Facilities Maintenance (FM) and Facilities Support & Services ( FSS ). We are responsible for the planning, renovation, maintenance and repair of university buildings and facilities, as well as other services playing an essential role to the mission of the University of North Texas. Facilities has over 325 employees who lead the way in caring for and operating over 175 facilities across 960 acres of property. Our goal is to provide world-class support for the University by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient facility and utility operations delivered with outstanding customer service and effective stewardship of resources and the environment. For additional information on Facilities, you may visit our website at: https://facilities.unt.edu/
Position Overview
The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire an Irrigation Technician to join our team.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
* Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and install irrigation pipes, valves, controllers, and pumps.
* Monitor campus daily to look for stressed plant material and make necessary repairs and adjustment.
* Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot irrigation controllers.
* Properly complete daily irrigation inspection reports. * Assist with ice and snow removal operations.
* Assist in preparing campus for special events.
* Assist in landscape and grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, and planting.
* Perform other related duties as assigned
* Must be able to dig, lift up 50lbs, walk or kneel most of the day.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* All other duties as assigned.
This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
One year of experience in maintenance/repair or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task; knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance; knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings.
• Ability to use basic shop math applications.
• Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * One year of irrigation or landscape/grounds experience. * Knowledge of irrigation components and their function.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.
Work Schedule
Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday
6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Driving University Vehicle
Yes
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Irrigation Technician
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
o
Participates in digging, grading, backfilling, material installation, and maintenance of heads, valves, pipes, etc.
o
Uses and operates diagnostic tools and equipment while performing work to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and install irrigation pipes, valves, controllers, and pumps.
o
Completes daily paperwork, fills out work order paperwork, and completes other related documentation.
o
Monitors campus grounds daily to look for stressed plant material and make necessary repairs and reports needed adjustments.
o
Assist with ice and snow removal operations, preparing the campus for special events, mowing, and planting as needed.
o
Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
o
Promotes Facilities' core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
o
Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
o
Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S7928P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume with their online application.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80773
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Position Information
UNT System Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title
Irrigation Technician
Department
UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000
Job Location
Denton
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information
$31,201.00
Department Summary
The Facilities Maintenance Department supports the academic, research, housing, and dining facility needs for the University of North Texas while providing responsible stewardship and efficient operation of the University's physical assets. The Facilities Maintenance team performs routine and preventative maintenance and repairs of the campus buildings and utility infrastructure. Grounds services provides an aesthetically pleasing environment for University faculty, staff, students, and visitors by maintaining all campus turf, landscapes, irrigation system, litter control, solid waste management and recycling. Facilities Maintenance maintains, repairs, constructs, and renovates University facilities and installed systems in accordance with applicable codes and regulations, and in conformance with University policies and standards.
The Facilities organization at UNT is a service provider comprised of the following divisions: Facilities Planning Design & Construction ( PDC ); Facilities Maintenance (FM) and Facilities Support & Services ( FSS ). We are responsible for the planning, renovation, maintenance and repair of university buildings and facilities, as well as other services playing an essential role to the mission of the University of North Texas. Facilities has over 325 employees who lead the way in caring for and operating over 175 facilities across 960 acres of property. Our goal is to provide world-class support for the University by ensuring safe, reliable, efficient facility and utility operations delivered with outstanding customer service and effective stewardship of resources and the environment. For additional information on Facilities, you may visit our website at: https://facilities.unt.edu/
Position Overview
The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire an Irrigation Technician to join our team.
Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
* Inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and install irrigation pipes, valves, controllers, and pumps.
* Monitor campus daily to look for stressed plant material and make necessary repairs and adjustment.
* Set up, adjust, and troubleshoot irrigation controllers.
* Properly complete daily irrigation inspection reports. * Assist with ice and snow removal operations.
* Assist in preparing campus for special events.
* Assist in landscape and grounds maintenance including mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, and planting.
* Perform other related duties as assigned
* Must be able to dig, lift up 50lbs, walk or kneel most of the day.
* Ability to work as part of a team.
* All other duties as assigned.
This position is considered to be essential personnel, and may require working overtime, which could include nights and weekends as needed.
Additional Posting Details
Minimum Qualifications
One year of experience in maintenance/repair or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task; knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance; knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings.
• Ability to use basic shop math applications.
• Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs.
• Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * One year of irrigation or landscape/grounds experience. * Knowledge of irrigation components and their function.
Required License / Registration / Certification
Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.
Work Schedule
Monday - Thursday or Tuesday - Friday
6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Driving University Vehicle
Yes
Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title
Irrigation Technician
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Cleaning, Climbing, Crawling, Driving, Kneeling, Lifting up to 50 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate
Job Duties
o
Participates in digging, grading, backfilling, material installation, and maintenance of heads, valves, pipes, etc.
o
Uses and operates diagnostic tools and equipment while performing work to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and install irrigation pipes, valves, controllers, and pumps.
o
Completes daily paperwork, fills out work order paperwork, and completes other related documentation.
o
Monitors campus grounds daily to look for stressed plant material and make necessary repairs and reports needed adjustments.
o
Assist with ice and snow removal operations, preparing the campus for special events, mowing, and planting as needed.
o
Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
o
Promotes Facilities' core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
o
Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
o
Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S7928P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must submit a resume with their online application.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/80773
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is your highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate
- * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
- 0-1
- 1-3
- 3-5
- 5-7
- 7+
- * Do you possess a valid Texas Drivers License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- References - List of Names and Contact Information for 3
Created: 2024-04-14
Reference: S7928P
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Denton
ZIP: 76207
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