Technician II - Irrigation Crew - Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions

• Operates & services all types of grounds maintenance equipment related to the irrigation systems.
• Install and service irrigation controllers throughout campus This is an essential personnel position. You will need to be available for on call duty for emergency maintenance or to assist in campus preparation due to inclement weather or hazardous weather conditions.
• Observe entire grounds and identify and document all problems and/or hazards.
• Maintains all aspects of the grounds irrigation systems, including pumps, wells, backflow prevention devices, valves, controllers, etc.
• Directs & trains employees on the proper use of tools, supplies & equipment as related to grounds maintenance for irrigation purposes.
• Design and implement new landscape irrigation systems for upcoming projects.
• Knowledge of all aspects of irrigation.

Grant Funded?

No

Minimum Hire Rate

15.81

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A Commercial Drivers License.
• Knowledge of all aspects of irrigation.
• Irrigator Technician License.

Department

Grounds Maintenance

Job Type

Full Time

Job Group

Operatives

Occasional Duties

This is an essential personnel position. assist in campus preparation due to inclement weather or hazardous weather conditions.

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

High school or equivalent and three years work experience. Additional job related education may substitute for required experience on a year for year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.