Irrigation Operator II (may underfill)

Position Title:

Job Description:

Position Salary Range:

Irrigation Operator I : $20.35 - $26.81

Irrigation Operator II: $22.28 - $29.29

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

Irrigation Operator I:

• Under training and direct supervision, patrols assigned area of irrigation system.  Assists in repairing canal breakthroughs, and correcting overflows or removing obstructions.  Assists in cleaning and repair of head gates and diversion structures.  Cleans ditches, checks and repairs canal banks, trims and removes trees and grasses from canals, clean grates and snow removal from sidewalks.
• Under direct supervision, operates and regulates head gates of diversion ditches in the Parley’s Exchange area. Provides the correct amount of irrigation water to the users having rights in the Exchange area.  Notifies water users as to their allotted times and dates.  Keeps records of users, days and times of route.  Performs routine repairs of head gates and structures, and works with other maintenance crews to facilitate repairs of irrigation system.
• Works irregular hours, and may be required to be on periodic standby during irrigation season.
• Drives vehicle to patrol and operate system.  Operates light equipment including tractors, chain saws, limb chippers, weed trimmers and various small hand tools.
• Performs other related duties as required, including assisting  other divisions of the Public Utilities Department.

Irrigation Operator II:

•   Patrols assigned area for problems including hazardous spills, repairing canal breakthroughs, correcting overflows or removing obstructions. Operates overflow and diversion structures. Cleans and repairs diversion gates and structures, head gates, ditches and canal banks. Trims and removes trees and grasses. Works with and may direct other maintenance crews in repairs to system.
• Operates head gates, diversions and flumes on the canal system. Provides adequate flow and monitors same. Keeps accurate records of water users, dates and times and notifies users of allocated time.
• During irrigation season, works irregular hours and may be on periodic stand-by. Responds to emergencies and exercises good judgment concerning canal conditions.
• Operates vehicles to patrol and operate irrigation system. Operates equipment including trash truck, dump trucks, tractors, mowers, rubber tired loader, chain saws, weed trimmers and various hand tools. Pulls equipment trailers.
• May act as the water master for the Parley's Exchange Irrigation System.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Irrigation Operator I:

• Knowledge of irrigation principles and ability to do physical labor during varying climatic conditions.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools.

Irrigation Operator II:

•  Six months of previous experience working with public utility systems.
• Possession of a valid CDL Class A license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of irrigation principles and ability to do physical labor during varying climatic conditions.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools.
• Ability to work non-conventional hours and respond to emergencies.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Moderately heavy physical activity.  Required to push, pull or lift medium heavy weights. Difficult working positions. Must stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods.  Exposure to disagreeable elements such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dust, chemicals or grease. Exposure to health and occupational hazards.
• Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

CAREER LADDER:

• After six months of successful performance as an Irrigation Operator I, incumbent may be promoted to Irrigation Operator II based upon the supervisor/manager recommendation, review by Human Resources, and Department Director approval.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. 

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

Irrigation Operator I : $20.35 - $26.81

Irrigation Operator II: $22.28 - $29.29

DEPARTMENT

Public Utilities

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Scheduled Hours: