Bella Vista Property Owners Association

Human Resources Job Description

Job Title: Irrigation Technician

Department: General Grounds Maintenance

Reports to: Director of Golf Course Maintenance or Grounds Maintenance Superintendent

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Rating: High

Prepared Date: Updated 1-05-15 (Revised 11/30/2017)

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

This position supports the organization's mission and values by exhibiting behaviors such as professionalism, collaboration, innovation, respect for others, accountability, ownership, excellent customer service and commitment to our community.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Irrigation Technician performs technical, skilled, semi-skilled manual and equipment operation work in the maintenance of irrigation systems for all areas of responsibility. May require independent judgment in the disposition of routine matters without direct supervision. Will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Golf Course Maintenance or Grounds Maintenance Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides support for the department. In addition to other duties as assigned, will work with power and hand tools, vehicular apparatus and all special equipment used in irrigation maintenance. Trains employees in the proper and safe use of all equipment and tools.

EXAMPLES OF WORK (Illustrative Only)

• Plans, installs and maintains all irrigation systems for the POA.
• Installs new systems and/or repair existing irrigation piping systems.
• Maintains and repairs automatic sprinkler.
• Orders all parts and supplies necessary to maintain all irrigation systems.
• Operates all equipment required to repair systems; such as ditching equipment, backhoes, etc.
• Trains employees in the safe operation of tools and equipment used for irrigation maintenance.
• Maintains necessary maintenance records.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Work requires continual attention to details. Must exhibit excellence in Customer Service with all customers. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must have an associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not regularly required to sit.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
• The employee is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Greater than 50 pounds may require team lift.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Specific required movements include the following: trunk-bend, twist, rotate, push, pull, and carry, arm’s reach and leg-lifts.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud, the air could be affected by the work area, and generally void of pollutants, may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, depending on the weather inside/outside the work area.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate. Within this position, may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, employees, or others).

Bella Vista POA is an E.O.E.