Irrigation Superintendent

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of all campus irrigation systems. It will work as part of a team to accomplish goals and objectives.

This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance of systems, tools, equipment and vehicles
• Locate irrigation lines, sprinkler heads and valves
• Call in locates for irrigation and landscape projects
• Make recommendations regarding irrigation projects and provide cost estimates
• Develop project and repair lists
• Test irrigation backflow assemblies on potable water systems
• Monitor contracted irrigation work
• Coordinate with various trade groups and contractors as needed
• Design, operate, expand and construct irrigation systems, including operation of trenchers or vibratory plows
• Review and interpret design and construction blueprints and specifications
• Use computer drafting software to map irrigation systems
• Train or supervise full-time and part-time employees
• Other duties as assigned