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Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist

San Luis Coastal USD
San Luis, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026

Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist at San Luis Coastal USD

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Application Deadline

6/8/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

Date Posted
5/18/2026
Contact
Alisa Rady
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$32.76 - $36.12 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Range 329, $32.76 - $36.12, DOE; step increase after passing probation
Length of Work Year
12 months, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm with 30 min lunch; some Saturdays as needed
Employment Type
Full Time

About the Employer

San Luis Coastal Unified School District represents the communities of Avila, Edna Valley, Los Osos, Morro Bay, and San Luis Obispo and currently has an enrollment of approximately 7,500 students. Small neighborhood schools are a hallmark of the District where students are educated from preschool through twelfth grade and a world-class adult school program offers unique, life-improving courses to thousands of community members.

Job Summary

Job Summary

The San Luis Coastal Unified School District (SLCUSD), covering San Luis Obispo, Los Osos, and Morro Bay, is looking for a full-time Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist. In this assignment, the Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist will perform skilled, journey-level tasks related to irrigation/water distribution, implementation of a centrally controlled computerized irrigation control system; and perform water resource management functions of the District energy/utilities management program. Qualified candidates will possess at least three years combined experience (education/training/work experience) in the installation and repair of irrigation systems and gas, electric, and sewer lines, including management of a computerized irrigation system. Candidates must also possess a valid CA driver's license. Additional desirable qualifications include two years of college coursework with a major in horticulture, landscape management, or a related field. Possession of a class A driver license is also desirable. Benefits of working for SLCUSD include annual step increases on an 18-step salary schedule; generous district contributions to medical/dental/vision and retirement benefits; 15 paid holidays annually for 12-month employees; and above average vacation and sick leave accrual rates. Candidates who meet the criteria posted are encouraged to apply today.

Requirements / Qualifications

Submitting a complete and thorough application is one of the minimum qualification requirements to proceed in the recruitment process. If you need an alternate way to submit any of the documents listed below, contact the HR Technician listed on the job posting to request submission options.

  • Driver's License Copy (Must possess a current and valid CA Driver License (will be requested upon hire - does NOT need to be attached to your application))
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Preferred: At least 1 signed letter from a professional reference (preferably drafted within the past two years, and on letterhead))
  • Resume (Please specify dates worked at each location)

Requirements / Qualifications

Submitting a complete and thorough application is one of the minimum qualification requirements to proceed in the recruitment process. If you need an alternate way to submit any of the documents listed below, contact the HR Technician listed on the job posting to request submission options.

  • Driver's License Copy (Must possess a current and valid CA Driver License (will be requested upon hire - does NOT need to be attached to your application))
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Preferred: At least 1 signed letter from a professional reference (preferably drafted within the past two years, and on letterhead))
  • Resume (Please specify dates worked at each location)

Comments and Other Information

PURPOSE: To fill one current vacancy in the Buildings, Grounds & Maintenance department. Start date will be contingent upon successful completion of a livescan/fingerprint clearance,TB clearance, a pre-employment physical, online trainings, onboarding, and presentation of a valid driver's license and I-9 documentation. The Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist position is part of SEIU (Service Employees International Union). Applicants who pass minimum qualification screening will be notified of their eligibility to proceed to a written examination. The timeline for the recruitment is below: June 08 - Application deadline June 09 - Eligibility notifications sent through EDJoin June 15 - Exam June 15 - Oral Board Interview (for candidates who pass the exam) TBD - Hiring Interviews (top 3 ranks of candidates will move to hiring interviews) SPECIAL NOTES: 1) Correctly filling out forms and following other instructions contained in this notice are part of the testing process. 2) Applicants with disabilities need to notify the Human Resources Office of any special needs so that adequate preparation may be made for their testing. 3) Veterans qualifying for the oral board examination may receive 5 additional points added to their final score if proof of discharge is submitted at time of oral board interview. A "veteran" as used here means any person who served in the United States armed forces or National Guard in time of war, or national emergency. 4) Eligibility lists are established for a period of six months from the qualifying interviews.

Comments and Other Information


PURPOSE: To fill one current vacancy in the Buildings, Grounds & Maintenance department. Start date will be contingent upon successful completion of a livescan/fingerprint clearance,TB clearance, a pre-employment physical, online trainings, onboarding, and presentation of a valid driver's license and I-9 documentation. The Irrigation and Water Resource Specialist position is part of SEIU (Service Employees International Union). Applicants who pass minimum qualification screening will be notified of their eligibility to proceed to a written examination. The timeline for the recruitment is below: June 08 - Application deadline June 09 - Eligibility notifications sent through EDJoin June 15 - Exam June 15 - Oral Board Interview (for candidates who pass the exam) TBD - Hiring Interviews (top 3 ranks of candidates will move to hiring interviews) SPECIAL NOTES: 1) Correctly filling out forms and following other instructions contained in this notice are part of the testing process. 2) Applicants with disabilities need to notify the Human Resources Office of any special needs so that adequate preparation may be made for their testing. 3) Veterans qualifying for the oral board examination may receive 5 additional points added to their final score if proof of discharge is submitted at time of oral board interview. A "veteran" as used here means any person who served in the United States armed forces or National Guard in time of war, or national emergency. 4) Eligibility lists are established for a period of six months from the qualifying interviews.
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