Position: Irrigation Technician

Department: Landscape
Status: Full-time, Hourly
Pay: $16.38 per hour
Reports to: Irrigation Supervisor
Benefits: Full Benefits-eligible including Health and Flex, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Amenities, and Parking.
Retirement: State Employee Retirement System (GSEPS)
Closing date: Open until filled *Note: Applicants should complete the application; incomplete applications will not be considered. The applicant may submit a resume; however, it does not replace the application.
Jekyll Island is dedicated to maintaining the delicate balance between nature and humankind through conservation, education, and preservation. Surrounded by salt marshes, expansive oceanfront, and ancient maritime forests, it is situated within the chain of the Golden Isles and just a few miles from St. Simons Island, Sea Island, and Brunswick. As a State Park, Jekyll Island is a coastal haven where nature and humans peacefully co-exist.
Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the Irrigation Technician ensures irrigation systems across Jekyll Island Authority landscaping work properly. The technician will install new underground piping and make repairs as necessary. Responsibilities include maintaining sprinkler heads, controllers, valves, water lines, pumps, etc. Additional duties include working on projects designated to the Landscape department or assigned by the Landscape Operations Manager or Director of Landscape and Planning.
Description:

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and duties of the job. Still, it is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned occasionally.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Applicants who complete the online application process will receive an email receipt of submission to the email address provided. The applicant may contact Human Resources at 912-635-4081 for verification if the email confirmation is not received. However, we cannot provide information on application status after receipt due to the volume of applicants accepted. Applicants who need assistance to accommodate a disability may request an accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 912-635-4081.
All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Incomplete applications or applications without accompanying documents when required will not be considered. Selected applicants will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process. Successful completion of background checks is required including credit when applicable to the position. Relocation expenses are not authorized; applicants should consider this when applying.
Jekyll Island Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Authority supports equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.