Job Title:	Apprentice Irrigator	Wage/Hour Status:	Nonexempt
Reports To:	Grounds Supervisor	Pay Grade:
Dept./School:	Maintenance	Date Revised:	April 17, 2006
Primary Purpose:
	Keep all irrigation systems in the district, including connections of such systems in operating condition.
Qualifications:
	Education/Certification:
	High school diploma or GED Valid Texas driver's license
	Special Knowledge/Skills:
	Knowledge of plumbing repairs, routine maintenance, and basic installation techniques Ability to diagnose and resolve irrigation problems Ability to use hand and power tools
	Experience:
	Three years experience in irrigation field
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
	Maintenance and Repair
	1. Assemble, install and maintain all irrigation systems in the district. 2. Determine sources of irrigation malfunctions and complete repairs as indicated or according to work orders. 3. Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, and wiring, relating to the irrigation systems. 4. Receive and complete work orders. 5. Interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics and written reference material. 6. Assist in the design of all irrigation systems in the district. 7. Perform preventative maintenance on all irrigation systems in the district. 8. Select material and hardware and make time and materials estimates. 9. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used. 10. Maintain inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, and materials. 11. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure work areas are clean and restored back to as normal condition as possible. 12. Respond to emergency calls as needed.
	Safety
	14. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment. 15. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 16. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition. 17. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc. 18. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
	None.
Equipment Used:
	Hand and power tools, trencher, backhoe. Truck and/or trailer.
Working Conditions:
	Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
	Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, heavy lifting and carrying. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Working outside and exposure to extreme conditions. Frequent district-wide travel.