Irrigation Technicians

Details Open Date:
04/21/2026

Requisition Number:
PRN44835B

Job Title:
Irrigation Technicians

Working Title:
Irrigation Technicians

Career Progression Track:
S00

Track Level:
S3 - Skilled, S2 - Intermediate, S1 - Entry Level Support

FLSA Code:
Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?:
No

Standard Hours per Week:
40

Full Time or Part Time?:
Full Time

Shift:
Day

Work Schedule Summary:
Monday Friday operating hours- 6am to 4pm to 6am to 2:30pm
Mandatory-rotating irrigation repair and snow removal on-call schedule.

VP Area:
President

Department:
01750 - ENGINEERING DISTRICT

Location:
Campus

City:
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment:
External Posting

Pay Rate Range:
11.75-26.94

Close Date:
07/21/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time):

Job Summary:
Perform basic irrigation tasks such as assisting with troubleshooting and repairing filters, pumps, and pipes. Learn to test water chemistry and adjust chemical feeds under supervision to maintain sanitary conditions. Support preventative maintenance efforts by conducting routine inspections. Assist in operating and maintaining the central irrigation control system. Contribute to maintaining a green campus by helping with simple tasks related to irrigation systems. Closely adhere to industry and university best practices and safety requirements. A current drivers license may be required.

Responsibilities:
Irrigation Technician, I
Perform basic irrigation tasks such as assisting with troubleshooting and repairing filters, pumps, and pipes. Learn to test water chemistry and adjust chemical feeds under supervision to maintain sanitary conditions. Support preventative maintenance efforts by conducting routine inspections. Assist in operating and maintaining the central irrigation control system. Contribute to maintaining a green campus by helping with simple tasks related to irrigation systems. Closely adhere to industry and university best practices and safety requirements. A current drivers license may be required.

Requires little to no related experience
Job Code: S28572

Irrigation Technician, II
Operate, maintain, and program the central irrigation control system. Troubleshoot and repair irrigation system components, including filters, pumps, and pipes, to ensure proper functionality. Perform regular preventative maintenance and inspections while testing and adjusting water chemistry to maintain sanitary conditions. Collaborate with irrigation crews to resolve issues and coordinate with the landscape maintenance supervisor to align irrigation schedules with campus needs. Closely adhere to industry and university best practices and safety requirements. A current drivers license may be required

Requires at least 1 year of related experience
Job Code: S28573

Irrigation Technician, III
Oversee the operation, maintenance, and programming of the central irrigation control system. Lead efforts to troubleshoot complex irrigation issues and perform advanced repairs on filters, pumps, and piping systems. Ensure a green and sustainable campus by executing effective irrigation schedules, conducting thorough preventative maintenance, and testing water chemistry to optimize conditions. Review irrigation construction documents and designs, providing input on specifications and mapping. Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, Facilities management, Construction managers and AEC partners to coordinate irrigation strategies. Closely adhere to industry and university best practices and safety requirements. A current drivers license is required.

Requires 3+ years of related experience
Job Code: S28571

Minimum Qualifications:
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT : 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelors degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Irrigation Technicians, I: Requires little to no related experience.

Irrigation Technicians, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience.

Irrigation Technicians, III : Requires 3+ years of related experience.

Preferences:

Type:
Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary:

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