Lead Irrigator Clean City

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for the installation, renovation, addition and maintenance of irrigation system equipment and mechanical systems.
2. Provide technical assistance or expertise to maintenance personnel in resolving irrigation system malfunctions.
3. Provide functional training and guidance in a lead capacity on assigned project; lead staff assigned  to maintain, diagnoses and repair various components of the City's irrigation systems; effectively apply and comply with all applicable regulations, policies and procedures related to area of assignment.
4. Diagnoses and troubleshoot problems with field units within irrigations system including backflow prevention devices, controllers, valves and related systems; operate and program both electromechanical, computerized and digital controllers to insure proper irrigation system operation and soil moisture content.
5. Make minor field electrical repairs to controllers, electric valves, lines, sprinkler heads and other irrigation components and related systems.
6. Inspect, test, repair and replace backflow prevention devices on City properties; conduct systematic inspections of irrigation systems; repair, maintain and modify existing irrigation systems as needed; conduct water pressure checks, repair and adjust booster pump.
7. Install various irrigation monitoring sensors to ensure proper soil moisture content and efficient application of irrigation water.
8. Develops, maintains and submits a variety of activity time, materials and parts records ans reports as required.
9. Estimate time and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials supporting the renovation and/or installation of irrigation systems; maintain proper inventory levels and daily logs.
10. Supervise and safely operate light to heavy maintenance equipment and tools including pumps, gauges, leak detectors, tractors, backhoe and trucks required for work assignments
11. Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
12. Research and obtain parts and supplies needed for maintenance, repair and/or installation of irrigation system components and/or backflow devices
13. Coordinate the activities of personnel, supplies, equipment, and materials for the completion of an assigned project.
14. Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures through safety and in-service training.
15. Attend and participate in all training as scheduled.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
3. May be required to work odd hours when assigned to "on-call" status.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school diploma or GED supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours vocational training in construction, landscaping, or irrigation; and

Three (3) years of irrigation system maintenance experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a valid State of New Mexico Irrigation Certificate (JS-6).
Possession of a valid State of New Mexico Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester/Repair Certificate.Environmental:
Field environment; exposure to inclement weather conditions, moving objects and vehicles, machinery and moving parts, slippery and uneven surfaces, smoke, fumes, gas, dust, grease, oil, pesticides, chemicals and treated water; may occasionally work in confined spaces; may occasionally be exposed to electrical energy.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; medium to heavy lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.