Brigham Young University
IrrigationTechnician
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Irrigation Technician at Brigham Young University. Skills: Irrigation systems, Water features, Heavy equipment. Design irrigation systems. Renovate irrigation systems”
Industry & Context.
Electrical troubleshooting
Pass post-interview physical exam, Moderate physical effort, Frequent exposure to unfavorable conditions, Moderate hazards, After-hours support, On call for snow removal
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years’ experience in irrigation install/repair, Ability to pass post-interview physical exam, Completing tasks without direct supervision, Cultivating relationships with university personnel, Skilled project management/coordination, Training and mentoring students/employees, Maintain a positive attitude, Demonstrate good emotional intelligence
Nice to Have
Landscape Management Degree, Pump station components, Marking underground utilities, Irrigation hydraulics & components, Irrigation scheduling/auditing, Blueprints/plans for takeoffs, Utah Commercial Driver’s License, IA Certified (CID, CIT, CIC, CLIA), HDPE Pipe Fusion certification, Leadership certification/training, Backflow certification, Qualified Water Efficient Landscaper (QWEL) or equivalent certification, Hydropoint University/Weathertrak Optiflow Certification
What You'll Do.
Design irrigation systems
Renovate irrigation systems
Maintain irrigation systems
Repair irrigation systems
Schedule irrigation systems
Design water features
Maintain water features
Repair water features
Schedule water features
Provide training to crews
Provide technical guidance to supervisors
Apply electrical knowledge to irrigation
Apply hydraulic knowledge to irrigation
Apply drafting knowledge to irrigation
Apply utility locating knowledge to irrigation
Provide construction support
Operate heavy equipment
Respond to after-hours campus emergencies
Participate in snow removal operations
Fulfill snow removal duties safely
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
University personnel; Gardening supervisors; Sports field supervisors; Crews; Secondary canal infrastructure shareholders
Process & Methodology
Project management, Coordination
Full Job Description
_**Why Work at BYU**_****__ As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the [University's Mission:](http://aims.byu.edu/) "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. **Irrigation Technician – Maintenance** **Job Overview:** The Irrigation Technician designs, renovates, maintains, repairs, and schedules irrigation systems and water features/fountains across BYU campus and the Missionary Training Center. This position provides training and technical guidance to crews and gardening and sports field supervisors in safety, maintenance, repair, scheduling, and auditing practices for campus irrigation infrastructure. The Irrigation Specialist applies technical knowledge in irrigation hydraulics, electrical troubleshooting, blueprint reading, utility locating, and drafting software to support efficient system performance and project execution. This position also provides skilled heavy equipment support, supervises a small crew on assigned work, responds to after-hours campus emergencies from April through November, and participates in snow removal operations. **What you’ll do in this position:** * Design, install, maintain, repair, and schedule irrigation systems and water features * Apply electrical, hydraulic, drafting, and utility locating knowledge to irrig
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