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We are looking for skilled Irrigation Technicians who take pride in ensuring that parks, landscaped medians, and scenic preserve trailheads remain healthy, vibrant, and sustainable for our community. \nIn this essential position, you will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex irrigation systems across a variety of municipal landscapes. Your work will directly support water conservation efforts, landscape health, and the long-term care of our outdoor infrastructure. \nThe ideal candidate has experience in: \nAssisting field teams with quickly diagnosing and troubleshooting irrigation system issues\nDesigning efficient irrigation systems for a wide range of landscaped environments\nInstalling, troubleshooting, and repairing multiple types and models of irrigation controllers\nPerforming maintenance and repairs on irrigation mainlines, control valves, and backflow prevention devices\nOperating heavy equipment such as backhoes, small and large trenchers, and front-end loaders, along with hand tools to install and repair irrigation components\nConducting system audits, performance checks, and inspection s to ensure optimal water coverage and responsible resource use\nWorking collaboratively with maintenance crews to support landscaping, turf care, and irrigation planning\nKeeping accurate, timely documentation of repairs, inventory, controller programming, and system updates\nAnticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate’s experience and internal equity. The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $28.16/hour. \nThe City of Scottsdale offers comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and professional growth including: \n12 Paid Holidays, including 1 Floating Holiday \nVacation Accrual starting at 10.3 hours per month, available for use as soon as it’s earned\nSick Leave Accrual at 8 hours per month, also available immediately after accrual\nComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, including behavioral health services\nCity-Paid Basic Life Insurance equal to one year of your annual salary, with optional supplemental coverage\nTuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 per year to help you continue your education\n Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) - a defined benefit pension plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98%, including long-term disability coverage\nPost-Employment Health Plan, employer contribution of $10 per pay period to employee's PEHP \n Supplemental Retirement Options through Nationwide (457 plan)\nPet Insurance to help care for your animals\nBilingual Pay Compensation for eligible employees\nEmployee Wellness Incentives to support your health goals\nFree Access to multiple city-owned fitness and recreational facilities\nPlease visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.\nFirst review of applications will be 11/9/26.\nPlease note:\nBe sure to check your email junk/spam folders regularly for possible notifications and/or self-schedule interview invitations from Governmentjobs.com\nMinimum Qualifications\nEducation and Experience\nA high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent.\nThree years of professional experience in irrigation work.\nLicensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements \nMust possess or obtain within one year of hire a Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Certification.\nMust possess, at time of application, and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 36 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Motor Vehicle Department requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona. Note: Graduated Driver’s Licenses are considered restricted.\nEvery person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.\nOther pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment. \nEssential Functions\nClick here to view the job description and full list of Essential Functions.\nWork Environment/Physical Demands\nClick here to view the job description and full list of Work Environment/Physical Demands.\nSelection Process: \nThe application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible. DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. \nApplicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include: \nFingerprintingsearch of the national FBI Database\nCriminal Background screening\nDrug Screen\n36-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check\nThe City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.\nPLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.\nEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. \nWhen advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an “otherwise qualified applicant\" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at 480-312-2491.\nThis position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.\nFull-Time Positions:\nThe City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .\nPart-Time Positions:\nThe City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.\nCommute Solutions Program\nCity of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time. \nPublic Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). \nThe City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). 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