Irrigation System Technician

Irrigation System Technician  Salary $42,356.52 - $63,534.76 Annually Location City of Doral, FL Job Type Full Time Job Number 10072025 Department Public Works Opening Date 10/27/2025 Closing Date 11/24/2025 5:00 PM Eastern General Purpose This position maintains irrigation systems of City outdoor facilities. Employees in this classification perform skilled maintenance work. Performs advanced irrigation work in the repair, installation, maintenance, and care of the systems. Supervision Received and Exercised This position is classified as a non-exempt, full-time position with a 40 hour work-week. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Operates wire-tracking device locating irrigation wires. Digs ditches for irrigation lines. Performs repairs to underground components. Checks, replaces, and troubleshoots irrigation lines. Operates a variety of common hand and power tools and specialized electrical testing equipment. Inspects City facility irrigation systems; tests operate systems and components; makes or schedules repairs. Performs periodic preventative maintenance such as lubrication cleaning. Performs repairs to systems components such as pumps, switches, timers, and spray heads. Performs repairs to underground components such as pipes, valves, and fittings. Makes improvements to irrigation systems; installs/extends systems to irrigate new areas. Consults technical manuals, codes, and other documents to ensure installation, maintenance, and repairs are in accordance with specifications. Operates/uses a variety of common hand and power tools and specialized electrical testing equipment. Prepares periodic reports documenting activities. Supervises, trains, and develops standard operations for crews in the daily operation and maintenance of the irrigation systems. Maintains inventory and initiates ordering of repair parts and supplies. Performs other related job duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent; and three (3) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Qualifications: Possession of a valid, State of Florida driver’s license to operate the motor vehicle operated, typically Class E. Requirements exist at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment. Applicants must complete all requirements established by the City of Doral for employment. This may include, but is not limited to, a written examination, a psychological exam, a polygraph examination, a comprehensive background investigation, and a job-related medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening test. Must be a non-smoker. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of irrigation standards and practices. Knowledge of City’s policies and procedures relevant to job duties. Skill in using computers for data entry. Skill in using small power tools. Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing. Skill in interpreting specifications. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public. Ability to use job related equipment and machinery. Ability to manage multiple tasks. Ability to prioritize workloads. Ability to identify and solve problems. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is medium work. The employee is frequently required to apply 30 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. The employee is occasionally required to exert up to 50 pounds of force to move objects. In addition, positions in this classification typically require balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, kneeling, lifting, manual dexterity, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, expressing ideas by the spoken word, and walking. Employer City of Doral Address 8401 NW 53 Terrace Doral, Florida, 33166 Phone 305-593-6725 305-593-6760 Website http://www.cityofdoral.com

Salary : $42,357 - $63,535