Irrigation Technician II
Company: Oklahoma State University
Location: Stillwater
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Position Details
Req ID:
req15598
Position Title:
Irrigation Technician II
Position Type:
Staff Full-Time
Position Number:
633166
OSU Campus:
Stillwater
Department:
Landscape Maintenance Services
Location Address:
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States
Hiring Supervisor:
John Lee
Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding):
15.00 - 18.00, Hourly
Work Schedule:
8am - 5pm
Faculty Appt Period:
Job Summary:
Reports directly to the Facilities Management Irrigation Supervisor
and works closely as a team with Landscape Services Department
shops Design, Installation, Maintenance and Shop Support. Provide
routine labor to support other Facilities Management departments as
assigned. Employee in this position is required to be on rotating
standby for emergencies and/or any other event weekday evenings,
weekends and holidays. Employee in this position is required to
work overtime when work requires. Employee in this position is
required to work shift work when work can't be accomplished during
regular hours, and when the Management staff deems necessary. Must
be able to perform snow and ice removal tasks, and respond at any
time of the day or night when scheduled by management; therefore,
deeming you as essential personnel requiring you to come into work
regardless of the weather conditions. This may require work during
non-business hours which include evenings, Saturdays, Sundays and
when the University is closed. Must use appropriate personal
protective equipment as required (gloves, safety glasses, hearing
protection, etc.). These items are not for personal use. Work
outside in extreme heat and cold and during precipitation; high
levels of dust; operating equipment with hazardous noise levels;
handling odoriferous chemicals. This position is heavy in manual
labor and requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
frequently and in excess of 50 pounds occasionally.
Blackout Leave Periods: Landscape services has three identified
blackout periods each year. No leave will be approved during these
times.
Leave requests will not be approved for the month of May, August,
and October until the dates for each event listed below are
posted
with main campus.
1. Two weeks prior to First day of School for Fall Semester
2. Two weeks before Homecoming
3. Two weeks before Spring Commencement
OSU offers a generous benefits package for continuous, regular
positions, including but not limited to health, life and retirement
benefits, paid leave and 12 paid holidays per year. Other benefits
include employee and dependent tuition waivers, free gym
memberships, a free, confidential employee assistance program, and
more.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide resume and three work references for applicant
consideration.
Education & Experience
Position Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School/GED
Four years' experience in turf or landscape maintenance with
irrigation related work. Stable work history.
Have before hire and maintain after hire a valid driver's license.
A valid driver's license must be maintained for the operation of an
OSU vehicle, which is required in the performance of job duties as
assigned.
Strong attention to work detail, following instructions, and
organizational skills. Strong work ethic, and initiative for
quality and customer service. Ability to follow routine verbal and
written instructions. Ability to multitask and coordinate projects
through to completion and in a timely manner. Knowledge, keen
understanding, and operational skills of irrigation and plumbing
systems. Knowledge of plant and landscape needs and soil
conditions. Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
Computer skills. Ability to use a shovel, irrigation trencher, lift
50 lbs. and work in inclement weather. Must work safely and promote
a safe environment.
Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study,
work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and
students. To support this environment and comply with applicable
laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks
on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the
successful completion of a background check. The type of background
check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not
limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender
registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or
education verification. Background checks will be conducted when
required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the
university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer,
complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding
non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State
University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all
individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age,
sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with
regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or
admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.
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