City of Cedar Park
ABOUT CEDAR PARK
The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant suburb of over 83,000 residents, located 17 miles northwest of downtown Austin and recognized for its quality of life in the fast-growth dynamic Central Texas region. Cedar Park is the fourth largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, shares a border with Austin, and is ideally situated for corporate headquarters with a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. With deep roots as a small community and ability to retain a hometown feel, it is known for its outstanding schools, probusiness climate and relaxed family environment. Named one of the Best Suburbs for Growing Families and Best Small City in America in 2020, Cedar Park offers all the benefits of life in an emerging first ring suburb in a region known for its high tech, innovation and live music, with desirable neighborhoods, an entrepreneurial business environment, and an effective, well managed city government. VISION
We image the City of Cedar Park as a family-oriented community, one of compassion, integrity, diversity and many faiths. We are an attractive destination, a leader in business development and committed to an exceptional quality of life for all. JOB SUMMARY
Performs skilled labor with a major emphasis in irrigation maintenance, installation, plumbing, and electrical repair, operation of central control irrigation system, and general park duties at related City facilities. Responsibilities
Manage and program Hunter Irrigation Central Control computer system. Make seasonal adjustments based on weather and field conditions; Irrigation inspections and audits. Audits occur 2 to 3 times per calendar year; Maintenance and repair of over 6,000 sprinklers; Maintenance and repair of thousands of feet of drip line and drip emitters; Repair leaks of irrigation pipe and fittings within 24 hours. Typically, staff repairs 3 to 4 leaks per week; Inspect and repair all Irrigation Clocks and/or Satellites; Repair broken and/or leaking gate and ball valves; Installation, leveling and repair of Irrigation Valve Boxes; Repair and inspect Reduce Pressure Zone Assemblies (RPZ) and Backflow devices; Irrigation electrical repair, troubleshooting and installation including 2-wire systems; Tests all necessary backflow devices. Requires training and license (Irrigation Tech II); Planning and the implementation of Water Conservation Practices, i.e. seasonal adjustment of run times, use of weather stations; Maintains detailed blueprints, diagrams and “as-built” for all City Irrigation Systems; Records water usage data; Irrigation design and installation; Provides technical expertise to outside contractors, vendors, gardeners, volunteers, and City staff; Irrigation wire and pipe locating. Requires the training and use of specific locating equipment; Follows all state and county guidelines; Operates all necessary equipment for the installation and maintenance irrigation systems located on City of Cedar Park property; Inputs all irrigation related tasks into the Lucity Work Order program; Orders all parts and tools necessary to complete job; Knowledge and use of all necessary equipment related to construction surveying; Maintenance and repair of all 45 water and dog fountains located at City parks; Installation, repair and maintenance of toilets and sinks; Hose spigot and pipe (including brass) repair at Community Gardens and parks facilities; Ability to repair brass pipe and fittings; Prepare all facilities, water fountains and community gardens for cold weather to prevent freeze damage; Clears clogged sinks, toilets, and drains; Test electricity at all park facilities and pavilions prior to rentals; Repair electrical outlets; Repair and install light fixtures and ballast; Irrigation electrical installation and repair including two wire systems; Inspect and repair photocells and/or motion sensors; Inspect and repair hand dryers; Fertilizer, herbicide and insecticide calibration and application; Maintains accurate records of Fertilizer and Pesticide Applications; Changes all door locks and hardware annually at tennis courts and other park facilities; Coordinates, leads, and participates in preparing ground for planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering and pruning flowers, shrubs and trees; Mows, propagates and/or trims grass and brush, including use of various light equipment and hand held tools; Helps train other employees in the proper care of irrigation systems, lawns and plants, spraying and cultivating of shrubbery, hedges and trees, and the operation and care of tools and equipment; Keeps Foreman informed regularly on job status; Watches for pests, disease or other deteriorating agents and keeps Foreman informed of developments to ensure eradication; Operates necessary vehicles and tools, including pickup truck, chainsaw, carpentry tools, and garden tools; Cleans and maintains safety standards in Parks and Recreation shop area; Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Irrigation Technician I
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus Two (2) years of general maintenance experience; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications and Licenses
TCEQ Irrigation License required within 90 days of obtaining the position. Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record. Irrigation Technician II
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus Four (4) years of general maintenance experience; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. "Or" any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications and Licenses
TCEQ Irrigation License AND Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License. Pesticide Applicators License preferred. Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record.
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The City of Cedar Park is a vibrant suburb of over 83,000 residents, located 17 miles northwest of downtown Austin and recognized for its quality of life in the fast-growth dynamic Central Texas region. Cedar Park is the fourth largest city in the Austin metropolitan area, shares a border with Austin, and is ideally situated for corporate headquarters with a growing number of high tech and major manufacturing employers. With deep roots as a small community and ability to retain a hometown feel, it is known for its outstanding schools, probusiness climate and relaxed family environment. Named one of the Best Suburbs for Growing Families and Best Small City in America in 2020, Cedar Park offers all the benefits of life in an emerging first ring suburb in a region known for its high tech, innovation and live music, with desirable neighborhoods, an entrepreneurial business environment, and an effective, well managed city government. VISION
We image the City of Cedar Park as a family-oriented community, one of compassion, integrity, diversity and many faiths. We are an attractive destination, a leader in business development and committed to an exceptional quality of life for all. JOB SUMMARY
Performs skilled labor with a major emphasis in irrigation maintenance, installation, plumbing, and electrical repair, operation of central control irrigation system, and general park duties at related City facilities. Responsibilities
Manage and program Hunter Irrigation Central Control computer system. Make seasonal adjustments based on weather and field conditions; Irrigation inspections and audits. Audits occur 2 to 3 times per calendar year; Maintenance and repair of over 6,000 sprinklers; Maintenance and repair of thousands of feet of drip line and drip emitters; Repair leaks of irrigation pipe and fittings within 24 hours. Typically, staff repairs 3 to 4 leaks per week; Inspect and repair all Irrigation Clocks and/or Satellites; Repair broken and/or leaking gate and ball valves; Installation, leveling and repair of Irrigation Valve Boxes; Repair and inspect Reduce Pressure Zone Assemblies (RPZ) and Backflow devices; Irrigation electrical repair, troubleshooting and installation including 2-wire systems; Tests all necessary backflow devices. Requires training and license (Irrigation Tech II); Planning and the implementation of Water Conservation Practices, i.e. seasonal adjustment of run times, use of weather stations; Maintains detailed blueprints, diagrams and “as-built” for all City Irrigation Systems; Records water usage data; Irrigation design and installation; Provides technical expertise to outside contractors, vendors, gardeners, volunteers, and City staff; Irrigation wire and pipe locating. Requires the training and use of specific locating equipment; Follows all state and county guidelines; Operates all necessary equipment for the installation and maintenance irrigation systems located on City of Cedar Park property; Inputs all irrigation related tasks into the Lucity Work Order program; Orders all parts and tools necessary to complete job; Knowledge and use of all necessary equipment related to construction surveying; Maintenance and repair of all 45 water and dog fountains located at City parks; Installation, repair and maintenance of toilets and sinks; Hose spigot and pipe (including brass) repair at Community Gardens and parks facilities; Ability to repair brass pipe and fittings; Prepare all facilities, water fountains and community gardens for cold weather to prevent freeze damage; Clears clogged sinks, toilets, and drains; Test electricity at all park facilities and pavilions prior to rentals; Repair electrical outlets; Repair and install light fixtures and ballast; Irrigation electrical installation and repair including two wire systems; Inspect and repair photocells and/or motion sensors; Inspect and repair hand dryers; Fertilizer, herbicide and insecticide calibration and application; Maintains accurate records of Fertilizer and Pesticide Applications; Changes all door locks and hardware annually at tennis courts and other park facilities; Coordinates, leads, and participates in preparing ground for planting, cultivating, fertilizing, watering and pruning flowers, shrubs and trees; Mows, propagates and/or trims grass and brush, including use of various light equipment and hand held tools; Helps train other employees in the proper care of irrigation systems, lawns and plants, spraying and cultivating of shrubbery, hedges and trees, and the operation and care of tools and equipment; Keeps Foreman informed regularly on job status; Watches for pests, disease or other deteriorating agents and keeps Foreman informed of developments to ensure eradication; Operates necessary vehicles and tools, including pickup truck, chainsaw, carpentry tools, and garden tools; Cleans and maintains safety standards in Parks and Recreation shop area; Performs other related duties as may be assigned. Irrigation Technician I
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus Two (2) years of general maintenance experience; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications and Licenses
TCEQ Irrigation License required within 90 days of obtaining the position. Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record. Irrigation Technician II
High School Diploma, or its equivalent, plus Four (4) years of general maintenance experience; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. "Or" any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Certifications and Licenses
TCEQ Irrigation License AND Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester License. Pesticide Applicators License preferred. Valid Texas Driver's License, with acceptable driving record.
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