Irrigation Specialist

Summary
An Irrigation Specialist performs installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems.
Essential Functions
• Operates power equipment and hand tools to install, maintain and repair irrigation systems and related components including irrigation lines, sprinkler heads, control panels, valves, pumps, etc.
• Checks system for proper operation and timing.
• May participate in the design or modification of new or existing systems.
• Performs seasonal maintenance such as system charging and draining.
• Maintains inventory of related parts and supplies.
• May lead workers on irrigation projects and work on other grounds related assignments as needed.
Competencies
• Knowledge of tools, equipment, techniques, skills, materials, and methods of irrigation system design, installation and maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and drawings. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment such as trenching machines and digging tools and other related grounds/landscape equipment.
• Ability to read and write in English and possess good math skills.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others. Ability to work in safe and efficient manner.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have a supervisory role.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, and is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Some Saturdays are required.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Required Education and Experience
1. High school diploma.
2. 5 years of Irrigation Experience
Preferred Education and Experience
1. Associate’s degree.
2. Two years of related experience.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)
U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident
AAP/EEO Statement
It is the policy of The Company to ensure equal employment opportunity in accordance with the Ohio Revised Code 125.111 and all applicable federal regulations and guidelines. Discrimination against employees and applicants due to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, military status, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law, is illegal.
Employees or applicants who believe that The Company has discriminated against them should report it immediately to The Company President. It is important to note that employees and applicants may raise such concerns without fear of reprisal or retaliation.
All employees will comply with state and federal equal employment laws, rules, regulations and guidelines. Any employee that deliberately violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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