Assistant Irrigation Manager

Job Description

Job Description

BASIC SUMMARY:

The position is a unique technical opportunity for a person with a basic understanding of irrigation practices and principles, and a willingness to discover a broad range of new skills. Work with and assist the Irrigation Manager with daily operations and ongoing new developments. Not a typical technician position.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe, document, and report any irregularities in the irrigation system, and water usage concerns to the management staff and/or appropriate contractor(s).
• Notable professional interpersonal, community/industry networking and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software.
• Daily communication monitoring of the LYNX central computer to Toro satellites.
• Program, operate, maintain, upkeep, report of water usage, and troubleshooting of the irrigation systems.
• Assist in troubleshooting Central computer and Toro satellite controllers.
• Basic wiring (both conventional and 2-wire) comprehension and troubleshooting abilities.
• Compile and submit reports and records on the status of all systems, visual inspection of the pumps stations’ water usage, and HOA properties.
• Conduct quarterly (four per year) inspections of all satellites, both commons and HOA.
• Communicate with management, owners, subcontractors, etc. regarding the status of the system.
• Hold users and contractors in compliance with state and local water restrictions and water permitting usage.
• Interpret irrigation plans and locate zone valves, isolation valves, and wire paths.
• Tale an active role in water conservation practices with shareholders.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. AA or AS preferred.
• One to three years of irrigation technician experience required.
• Experience in centralized irrigation systems i.e., Toro LTC Plus satellites and LYNX Central computer.
• Basic knowledge in the field of irrigation, installation, maintenance, and repairs required.
• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws and regulations affecting irrigation and water use.
• Maintain records and submit reports on condition of the irrigation systems and visual inspection of properties.
• Able to read, write, speak English to comprehend simple instructions (i.e., labels, safety information).
• Understand and carry out instructions and complete work assignments accurately.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to operate vehicle and possess the required license.
• Work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays, and emergencies.
• Schedule vacations during the off-season months.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ABILITY TO:

• Grasp, lift, carry, or transport up to 50 lbs.
• Push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Reach with hands and arms, bend stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Stand and walk for the length of scheduled shift.
• Perform duties of the job while exposed to sun and hot weather conditions for prolonged periods.
• Determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned through visual acuity.
• Express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word accurately, loudly, and quickly.
• Perceive the nature of sounds at a normal speaking level and make fine discriminations in sound.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration.
• Withstand a moderate noise level in the work environment.