Primary Purpose:
Perform the skilled work in the installation, repair, and maintenance of the district irrigation
system to ensure the grounds are safe, neat and attractive.

Qualifications:
Education/Certifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Landscape Irrigator License

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read architectural and engineered drawings, specifications and diagrams
• Ability to measure and perform mathematical computations
• Ability to design, install and maintain complete lawn/landscape irrigation system
• Basic knowledge of general ground maintenance and repair procedure
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools specialized for grounds maintenance (mowers, weed eaters, concrete mixers, etc.)
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction
• Ability to work independently

Major Responsibilities and Duties - Grounds/Landscaping and Irrigation:

• Maintain and repair district irrigation system
• Troubleshoot, diagnose and perform work in the repair, alteration, construction, installation, replacement and preventive maintenance of irrigation supply lines, controllers, timing devices, sprinklers heads, fixtures and other related equipment.
• Water grounds and develop cost-effective irrigation scheduling
• Assist when needed with all work associated with maintenance of grounds (mowing, weed control, caring for trees, shrubs, flower beds and xeriscape areas)
• Assist with repair of fences as needed and directed
• Complete equipment repairs on work orders in a timely and efficient manner
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required
• Participate in district and department meetings/trainings as required
• Prompt arrival at workstation at the beginning of each working day
• Represent the school systems to the community in a positive and professional way
• Perform other duties as assigned