Irrigation Technician
Denver Parks and Recreation’s Golf Division is looking to hire an enthusiastic and hard-working Irrigation Maintenance Technician to join our team at Kennedy Golf Course. Kennedy Golf Course has grown and developed into one of the best public golf experiences in the Denver metro area. With three nine-hole regulation courses, each different and unique, players will always have a variety of challenges to choose from. Kennedy Golf Course is a hub for golf because it offers something for everyone! From avid golfers to beginners, and foot golf to minigolf, there is no better place to go than Kennedy Golf Course. Check out what Kennedy Golf Course has to offer!
It takes a dedicated team of professionals to ensure Denver’s iconic courses can be enjoyed for generations to come. As an Irrigation Maintenance Technician, you will play a key role in Denver Golf’s mission to be a national leader in the golf industry regarding accessibility, diversity, environmental stewardship, and building the game for the future.
Specifically, as an Irrigation Maintenance Technician for Kennedy Golf Course you will:
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Perform irrigation system maintenance
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Monitor and troubleshoot irrigation system issues as they arise
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Read irrigation drawings and performs construction and maintenance/repair and replacement of broken parts on various equipment including pipes, sprinklers, hoses, and more
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Research, introduce, and execute sustainable irrigation practices at the course
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Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time and cost of repairs
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Participate in other course maintenance responsibilities including mowing, snow removal, supervision, customer communication, and coordination with the Golf Pro Shop
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Operate and maintain various lightweight vehicles and equipment; utilize a computer for diagnosing system problems
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At times direct, train, and supervise seasonal course staff and be the go-to full time staff for all course maintenance and communication
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Occasionally work and fill in at other Golf Courses to support general department operations
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Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Educational Requirements
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Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
Experience Requirements
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Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in maintaining and repairing commercial, agricultural, or related irrigation systems
Job Benefits
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The starting pay range for this position is $23.33 - $28.00/hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:
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A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
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457B Retirement Plan
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140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year
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Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
More information on what the City and County of Denver offers its employees can be found here.
Date Job is Available
Salary
$23 to $28 per hour
Overtime: Yes
Job Application Instructions
In order to be considered for this position, please apply on the City of Denver Jobs Site at the application link below
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