Irrigation Technician

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

 

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The full-time pay range for this position is $23.33 - $27.50/hour. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

 

·       A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

·       457B Retirement Plan

·       140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 11 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday and 1 volunteer day per year

·       Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

 

The City and County of Denver has announced furlough days, or unpaid days off, for most employees to meet a budget shortfall in 2025. There are two fixed furlough days for all limited (temporary positions with an end date) and unlimited (permanent) employees on August 29th, the Friday before Labor Day, and November 28th, the day after Thanksgiving. If you receive an offer for this position, your annual pay will determine whether you are required to take additional furlough days. Details will be discussed during the offer process for selected candidate(s).

 

More information on what the City and County of Denver offers its employees can be found here.

 

 

Location

In this position you can expect to work on site at Willis Case Golf Course, five (5) days a week, including weekends, as needed.

 

What You’ll Do

With eight golf facilities, Denver Golf has something for everyone: one 27-hole regulation golf course, four 18-hole regulation golf courses, one 18-hole executive mountain golf course, two 9-hole par three golf courses, two Miniature Golf facilities, four driving ranges (including the signature Aqua Golf water range), six Restaurants, and Denver Junior Golf - The First Tee of Denver (one of the largest Junior Golf programs in the country). Denver Golf has outstanding course conditions and top-notch guest services for the best value. From urban golf settings to mountain vistas, you will find it here at Denver Golf. Please visit our Denver Golf webpage for more information.

 

Denver Parks and Recreation’s Golf Division is looking to hire an enthusiastic and hard-working Irrigation Maintenance Technician to join our team at Willis Case Golf Course. Located just seven minutes north of downtown Denver and situated along I-70, Willis Case Golf Course is a beautiful course with panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and challenges at every turn. Willis Case has served Denver golfers since 1934 with a meticulously manicured 18-hole regulation course, striking landscaping, free-to-all 4-hole junior course, and fully stocked clubhouse. Check out what Willis Case Golf Course has to offer!

 

Specifically, as an Irrigation Maintenance Technician for Willis Case Golf Course you will:

 

·       Perform irrigation system maintenance

·       Monitor and troubleshoot irrigation system issues as they arise

·       Read irrigation drawings and performs construction and maintenance/repair and replacement of broken parts on various equipment including pipes, sprinklers, hoses, and more

·       Research, introduce, and execute sustainable irrigation practices at the course

·       Inspect facilities and equipment to identify construction, maintenance and repair needs including estimating materials, labor, time and cost of repairs

·       Participate in other course maintenance responsibilities including mowing, snow removal, supervision, customer communication, and coordination with the Golf Pro Shop

·       Operate and maintain various lightweight vehicles and equipment; utilize a computer for diagnosing system problems

·       At times direct, train, and supervise seasonal course staff and be the go-to full time staff for all course maintenance and communication

·       Occasionally work and fill in at other Golf Courses to support general department operations

·       Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

 

What You’ll Bring

Willis Case Golf Course is looking for a confident, team-oriented person to join their team. Our ideal candidate will be savvy at identifying and resolving equipment malfunctions, will be an adept problem solver, and is willing to learn new trades and skills to support operations. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable working in all weather conditions, not afraid to jump in when needed, and will be comfortable interacting with a diverse team of coworkers, as well as with the public.

 

In addition, our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

 

·       Experience working on golf course operations

·       Experience maintaining and repairing irrigation equipment

·       Experience working with Toro Links Operating System (or similar systems)

·       A professional demeanor and collaborative spirit

 

Required Minimum Qualifications
 

·       Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate

·       Experience Requirement: One (1) year of experience in maintaining and repairing commercial, agricultural, or related irrigation systems

·       Education/Experience Equivalency: A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements

·       License/Certifications: This job requires driving; requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application

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