Job Profile Summary

Under immediate supervision, the purpose of the job is to assist with the installation, maintenance and management of the campus computerized irrigation systems, and general landscape/grounds maintenance.
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This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.
Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application.
For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

  

Minimum Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum Experience/Training:

• Two or more year(s) of relevant experience(i.e. direct and frequent tasks related to irrigation systems) required.
• Three or more years of experience on commercial irrigation systems highly preferred.
• Valid Driver’s license will be required for positions operating college motor vehicles.

Minimum Certification/Licenses:

• License or certification as electricians or plumbers highly preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Daily -70%: Performs routine checks of sprinklers heads and other components for correct functioning and proceeds to repair or replace where necessary.
• Daily -10%:Performs landscaping tasks requiring the use of small gas-powered equipment (edger, weeder, etc.) as well as hand tools.
• Weekly -10%:Documents the state of the irrigation system and plans corrective or expansion work based on campus priorities.
• Monthly - 10%:Maintains an inventory of supplies, components and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read blue prints
• Comprehension of commercial irrigation systems and backflow prevention
• Standard trade skills required
• Ability to work with a diverse population of student, faculty and staff
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle is required

Our Culture:

• At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Job Title

Specialist, Irrigation

  

Position Number

P0005976

    

Job Status

Full time Regular

    

Department

Irrigation Systems Collegewide

  

Location

South Campus

    

Pay Grade

612

    

Salary

$36,576 - $42,062.30 (Salary rate commensurate with education and experience)

  

Work Shift

   

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday/Weekends/Varies

   

Hours Per Week

40

   

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled

   

Comments

To be considered for this position, a completed online employment application form along with a resume are required.

   

Designated Essential Personnel

Yes

   

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

   

Position Classification

Professional Technical Staff (PTS)

   

Special Instructions to Applicant:

For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process and must be attached to the online application. If unable to attach the documentation, please email document to jobs@broward.edu or fax to 954-201-7612, stating clearly the position name(s) and position number(s) the transcript is to be attached to.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All required documentation must be received on or before the job posting end date.

**Please note that multiple documents can be uploaded in the “Resume/CV/Transcript/License/Certification” section of the application**

Please refer to link with the instructions on how to submit an application with multiple documents. https://www.broward.edu/jobs/_docs/tutorial_external_applicant_broward_college.pdf.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background screening process.

Broward College uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 Form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

  

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the college’s non-discrimination policies, contact the Vice President for Talent and Culture at 954-201-7449, Broward College, 6400 NW 6th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Applicants needing a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at nanders1@broward.edu.

Disclaimer

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted of describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related education/experience beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Broward College reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.