Irrigation Superviosr

Irrigation Supervisor Job Description

Be part of the team that helps make an HOA community one of the best places to live, work and play! We provide world class services, parks, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, and most committed individuals come to work for our organization. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply and be part of our team!

 SCHEDULE
 Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Overtime as required.

 GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:

Performs difficult skilled intermediate technical work supervising the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems on medians and related roadway; homeowners irrigation systems, wells and pumps; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision is exercised over a crew of semiskilled and skilled workers.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and participates in the installation, repair, and maintenance of irrigation systems and grounds keeping activities.
• Inspects and updates Baseline irrigation system controllers and Watertronics devices.
• Maintains irrigation system pumps.
• Monitors controllers and automatic system.
• Implement schedules for daily work of crew using Upkeep workorders and daily inspections.
• Troubleshoot system malfunctions; locates system leaks.
• Monitors watering time and cycles on controllers.
• Monitor daily the Baseline system for malfunctions in the irrigation system.
• Troubleshoots Baseline Controllers to assist Irrigation Technicians daily.
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring
• Trains personnel and evaluate employee work performance.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Available for call back because of irrigation problems, i.e.: breaks, leaks, etc., or to supervise required staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Baseline Computerized Systems, Programming, Troubleshooting, or equivalent irrigation software.
• Repairing Baseline Controllers, Installation of Baseline Controllers, Operation and programming controllers
• Two wire systems
• Troubleshooting controllers UHF radios for controllers
• Operating, troubleshooting, Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) pumping stations
• The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the irrigation tasks and related equipment operation
• Effective supervisory principles and methods.

Skilled in:

• The use of the equipment and tools of trade
• Organization to effectively plan, assign, supervise and review the work of subordinate personnel.
• Critical thinking – using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Interpersonal skills – communicate and collaborate effectively with team members, assigned departments, and third-party vendors.
• Microsoft Office Suite products include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, to a moderate degree of proficiency.
• Reading comprehension – including of technical materials to read and interpret landscape blueprints, as-builts, and plans.

Ability to:

• Manage multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and prioritize requests to resolve problems
• Train Irrigation Technicians on the operation of wire tracer equipment, voltage tester, and checking low voltage.
• Train technicians on the operation of the Baseline Controller.
• Prepare plans and detailed reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departmental staff, contractors and the public.
• Maintain accurate records and submit comprehensive reports and orally and in writing.
• assist with budget preparation.
• Exercise South Florida Water Management District Water Restriction Regulations.
• Wear hard hat/helmet, safety glasses, goggles, respirator, safety shoes/boots, hearing protectors, welder's helmet, face shield, safety harness, safety vest, and gloves.

MINIMUM AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED/commensurate work experience equivalency.
• Four (4) years of experience in irrigation system or general maintenance work.
• State of Florida class “E” driver’s license.
• Previous experience as a supervisor.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish.
• Irrigation contractor’s license.

 PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS AND CONDITIONS:

The environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Constantly moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Constantly moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
• Constantly moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills
• Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Constantly operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned to a tech or team.
• Constant ability to observe details accurately and identify variances.
• Occasionally lift/Carry objects 50 pounds or less
• Occasionally push/pull objects 50 pounds or less.
• Constantly working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions.
• Constantly working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles and/or insects may occur.
• Constantly working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls.