Irrigation Technician

Posting Details

Posting Details
Posting Number
S06414P

Position Title
Irrigation Technician

Functional Title

Department
Facilities Management

Salary Range
$40,000-$50,000 ($19.23-$24.03/hourly) Dependent on Qualifications

Pay Basis
Monthly

Position Status
Regular full-time

Location
Richardson

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date
03/17/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Desired Start Date
04/20/2026

Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Irrigation Technician installs, inspects, renovates, and maintains irrigation systems for the University.

Minimum Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent ; three years experience performing grounds maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have an irrigation license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment. Must possess and maintaina valid Texas driver's license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification
• TCEQ Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester

Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnostics: Run systems to test heads for operation/coverage, check and set programming on controllers, monitor water meters, test and document results for annual backflow preventer evaluation.
• Repair: As problems are reported or discovered, make repairs. Work with construction projects to prepare irrigation system for demolition. Repair damage as it occurs. Ensure supply room stays well stocked for efficient daily operations.
• Troubleshooting: Monitor turf, flower beds, shrubs, and trees watching for irrigation related issues. Test systems to discover problem and generate solution. Test wiring, do tracebacks, and evaluate piping.
• Water Conservation: Ensure campus makes good use of a valuable resource through water conservation best practices.
• Documentation: Keep master list of all irrigations systems up to date. Work with mow and pesticide crews to ensure work sequencing. Abide by TCEQ regulations.
• And other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Work Notice: Work will be performed on site and in-person.
May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure.
May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

What we have to offer:
We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Competitive Salary
• Tuition Benefits
• Internal Training
• Medical insurance - including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long and short-term disability
• Retirement Plan Options
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays

All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.

Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.

Special Instructions Summary

Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.