Landscape Irrigation Technician Job at University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT

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  • University of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT

Job Description

Landscape Irrigation Technician Job Summary If you're looking for a future in horticulture and enjoy working outdoors, come work as a Landscape Tech on the beautiful University of Utah campus grounds. Constructs, assembles, checks, repairs and maintains the sprinkler piping system in order to provide adequate and satisfactory irrigation schedules and facilities to accomplish the watering for the University campus. Learn horticultural skills and plant identification at Utah's state arboretum, where your dynamic team of 4 to 6 coworkers will teach and learn from you. You'll also work alone and head projects on your own as you take advantage of our opportunities for education and advancement within the U of U family! Facilities Management mission is to provide a safe, sustainable, and attractive University environment. As a member of the Facilities Management team, you will enjoy working in a stable. Higher Education environment with plenty of opportunities to apply what you know while learning new skills. Do you have excellent customer service and problem-solving skills? Would you like to be challenged to take individual initiative in an environment that rewards your efforts with career growth opportunities? Many of the roles on the University of Utah's Facilities Management Team are casual dress, tools are provided, and you'll be working on resolving issues with experienced and knowledgeable team members who will help you build on the skills you bring to the team. This position offers health and vacation, and retirement benefits. Apply today! Responsibilities This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. Job Responsibilities: Checks and cleans the various pipes and equipment related to the sprinkler system. Installs pipes, valves and related equipment, using a variety of plumbing hand and power tools, by measuring, cutting and threading the various pipes. Repairs malfunctions by determining the cause of the malfunction and making the necessary repairs. Repairs and makes minor adjustments to the time clocks which control and regulate the intervals between each watering. Controls the watering schedule by manually setting and operating the time clocks. Ability to install and operate specific apps used for job (Weather TRAK, Teams, Outlook, etc.) Uses the department's CMMS to charge time and materials to work orders and to add notes. Salvages, repairs and reconditions sprinkler piping equipment including valves and sprinkler heads Corrects and updates the sprinkler piping system maps by drafting scale based diagrams as changes occur to the system. Responsible for landscape and installation of a specific area of the University to provide an aesthetically pleasing and safe environment, and accomplished in accordance with university and department policies and procedures. Regular gardening and landscape maintenance such as fertilizing, mowing, edging, laying sod, pruning, litter cleanup, weeding, snow removal, tree planting, and watering to conserve healthy and vigorous plants. Control weeds and pests using principles of integrated pest management (IPM). Must operate different models of tools such as hand pruners, loppers, push and ride lawn mowers, chain saws, leaf blowers, dump trucks, and utility carts. Work expediently, efficiently, and independently with limited direction from Lead Horticulturist. Perform snow removal in winter months utilizing shovels, blowers, and plows. Prepare for and keep campus open and safe during inclement weather such as snowstorms. Knowledge of the common names of trees, shrubs, flowers, weeds and insect pests. Employees are required to be available for on call snow removal during winter months A valid Utah driver's license is required. Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Three years previous experience as a Ground Sprinkler Operator or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service required. Completion of an approved apprenticeship program is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences Three years previous experience as a Grounds Sprinkler Operator or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience);demonstrated communications skills; and a commitment to providing excellent customer service strongly preferred. Completion of an approved apprenticeship program is preferred. Applicants demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Would prefer (but not required) experience with grounds maintenance, including knowledge of different plants and their requirements: watering, pruning, weeding, fertilizing, mowing, etc. Ability to operate power tools and equipment normally associated with landscape maintenance. Ability to withstand extensive standing, walking, bending, squatting, kneeling, digging and ability to lift at least 50 lbs. Ability to work in all types of outside weather conditions, including excessive heat, excessive cold, excessive noise, dust, smoke, slippery or uneven surfaces. Analytical and trouble shooting skills; ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long term goals. Demonstrated oral and written communications skills; basic computing skills, customer service skills. Special Instructions Requisition Number: PRN42435B Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Work Schedule Summary: Rotating on-call: Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Department: 01747 - PRESIDENT'S DISTRICT Location: Campus Pay Rate Range: 21.25-25.75 Close Date: 10/8/2025 Open Until Filled: To apply, visit jeid-63be4ffea5c82d46be84618b5d03e8d2

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement, Casual work, Monday to Friday,

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