Title: Senior Irrigation Technician

Employee Classification: Senior Irrigation Technician

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-VP Finance & Admin

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Facilities

Department: UNT-Facilities-Gen-152000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $36,383.40 - $37,657.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values 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 .

Department Summary

First impressions matter! As the department of first impressions, the Grounds department is essential to project the correct image of the University's longevity, culture, and priorities. Here at UNT, we Mean Green, and we strive to show that in how we as a department tend to our campus. A well-maintained grounds provides social, economic, and environmental benefits to the university, the students, the faculty and staff, and the surrounding community. Grounds maintenance professionals create safe, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing landscapes with these goals at the forefront of all we do.

Position Overview

The Facilities Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Senior 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.
• Lead irrigation technicians in daily duties.
• Must be able to dig, lift up 50lbs, walk or kneel most of the day.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of related experience with some experience in a lead or supervisory role; 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.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

• Knowledge of irrigation components and their function.
• 4 years of experience working in irrigation.
• 1 year of leadership experience.
• 2 years' experience working as part of a team.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

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.

Job Duties:

• Oversees the training and work of a crew, in addition to assisting with digging, grading, backfilling, material installation, and maintenance of heads, valves, pipes, etc.
• Uses and operates diagnostic tools and equipment while performing work to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and install irrigation pipes, valves, controllers, and pumps. Operates heavy equipment.
• Monitors campus grounds daily to look for stressed plant material and makes necessary adjustments to irrigation controller schedules.
• Completes daily paperwork, reads blueprints, fills out work order paperwork, and completes other related documentation.
• Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
• Assist with ice and snow removal operations, preparing the campus for special events, mowing, and planting as needed.
• Promotes Facilities core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
• Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
• Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance.

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.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here .

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.