Georgia State University
Overview
Irrigation Technician Facilities Management Services Building Services: Landscape & Grounds Salary:
Competitive salary of $43,000- $45,000 with great benefits! Location:
Downtown Atlanta Campus Schedule:
Monday- Friday | 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
What makes The Building Services Department a great place? A flexible work environment
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Responsibilities The Building Services Department is seeking (1) an Irrigation Technician to join the team and perform tasks related to irrigation. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, replacing, repairing, troubleshooting, and adjusting faulty irrigation components (controllers, valves, heads, main and lateral lines, belts, switches, and contacts), operating lightweight trenching and digging machinery, and guiding and overseeing related support as needed (e.g., Groundskeepers).
The duties may be grouped as follows (overlapping as needed):
Conduct wet checks and monitor irrigation system performance in designated areas.
Operate timers, clocks, and controls for sprinklers.
Program irrigation controllers as needed.
Replace, repair, and troubleshoot faulty irrigation components (controllers, valves, heads, main and lateral lines).
Install new drip irrigation and turf sprinkler systems as needed.
Perform scheduled shutoffs for campus event requests.
Recognize water deficiencies in turf areas and make necessary corrections.
Order, purchase, and inventory supplies.
Operate lightweight trenching and digging machinery (e.g., Walk-behind trenchers, stand-on mini-skid steer).
Drive to GSUs campuses to perform the work; may assist in maintenance activities as required.
Guide and oversee the work of others if related support is needed (e.g. Groundskeepers).
Perform physical activity (e.g., heavy lifting, pushing, pulling objects over 50 pounds).
Read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned and attend meetings associated with the scope of work.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience, such as landscape irrigation, installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation and/or sprinkler systems, or related plumbing equipment and pumps.
A valid Georgia driver's license is required.
Preferred Requirements:
Knowledge of operating lightweight standard trenching and digging machinery (e.g., trenchers, excavators, and ditchers).
Knowledge of work-related health and safety regulations.
Knowledge of Xeriscape techniques.
Effective communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to read mechanical drawings (e.g. blueprints).
Details College/Business Unit:
Facilities Management Services
Department:
Facilities Management Service Division
Location:
Atlanta Campus
Shift:
Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Salary:
$43,000 - $45,000
Pay Grade:
11
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Type:
Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Posting Details Job Posting:
09/26/25, 9:34:35 PM
Closing Date:
10/27/25, 3:59:00 AM
Special Instructions To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:
A complete and accurate GSU application
Resume
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Values & Equal Opportunity Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY; IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING; INTEGRITY; EXCELLENCE; STRATEGIC INNOVATION. USG Core Value Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. It also maintains policies to prevent harassment and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Background checks may be required. Clery Act compliance and campus security information are provided as applicable.
Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other protected class.
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Irrigation Technician Facilities Management Services Building Services: Landscape & Grounds Salary:
Competitive salary of $43,000- $45,000 with great benefits! Location:
Downtown Atlanta Campus Schedule:
Monday- Friday | 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
What makes The Building Services Department a great place? A flexible work environment
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
Responsibilities The Building Services Department is seeking (1) an Irrigation Technician to join the team and perform tasks related to irrigation. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, replacing, repairing, troubleshooting, and adjusting faulty irrigation components (controllers, valves, heads, main and lateral lines, belts, switches, and contacts), operating lightweight trenching and digging machinery, and guiding and overseeing related support as needed (e.g., Groundskeepers).
The duties may be grouped as follows (overlapping as needed):
Conduct wet checks and monitor irrigation system performance in designated areas.
Operate timers, clocks, and controls for sprinklers.
Program irrigation controllers as needed.
Replace, repair, and troubleshoot faulty irrigation components (controllers, valves, heads, main and lateral lines).
Install new drip irrigation and turf sprinkler systems as needed.
Perform scheduled shutoffs for campus event requests.
Recognize water deficiencies in turf areas and make necessary corrections.
Order, purchase, and inventory supplies.
Operate lightweight trenching and digging machinery (e.g., Walk-behind trenchers, stand-on mini-skid steer).
Drive to GSUs campuses to perform the work; may assist in maintenance activities as required.
Guide and oversee the work of others if related support is needed (e.g. Groundskeepers).
Perform physical activity (e.g., heavy lifting, pushing, pulling objects over 50 pounds).
Read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned and attend meetings associated with the scope of work.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED and three years of related experience, such as landscape irrigation, installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation and/or sprinkler systems, or related plumbing equipment and pumps.
A valid Georgia driver's license is required.
Preferred Requirements:
Knowledge of operating lightweight standard trenching and digging machinery (e.g., trenchers, excavators, and ditchers).
Knowledge of work-related health and safety regulations.
Knowledge of Xeriscape techniques.
Effective communication, time management, and organizational skills.
Ability to read mechanical drawings (e.g. blueprints).
Details College/Business Unit:
Facilities Management Services
Department:
Facilities Management Service Division
Location:
Atlanta Campus
Shift:
Monday- Friday 7:00am-3:30pm
Salary:
$43,000 - $45,000
Pay Grade:
11
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Type:
Full Time (Benefits Eligible)
Posting Details Job Posting:
09/26/25, 9:34:35 PM
Closing Date:
10/27/25, 3:59:00 AM
Special Instructions To be fully considered for this position, all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:
A complete and accurate GSU application
Resume
#LI-BD1
Values & Equal Opportunity Georgia State University Values: COMMUNITY; IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING; INTEGRITY; EXCELLENCE; STRATEGIC INNOVATION. USG Core Value Statement: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Georgia State prohibits discrimination in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. It also maintains policies to prevent harassment and ensure compliance with applicable laws. Background checks may be required. Clery Act compliance and campus security information are provided as applicable.
Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other protected class.
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