Parks Irrigation Serviceperson

Penticton is a vibrant, innovative, healthy waterfront city focused on sustainability, community, and economic opportunity. At the City of Penticton, our goal is to serve our residents, businesses, and visitors through good governance, partnership, and the delivery of effective and community-focused services.

The City of Penticton is looking to fill the position of **Parks Irrigation Serviceperson (Seasonal) **in our **Parks Department**. The Parks branch of Public Works is responsible for the development, operation and maintenance of the parks, beaches, sports fields, trails and cemeteries within our community.

Reporting to the Horticulture Foreman, the **Parks** **Irrigation Serviceperson** performs tasks in the day-to-day operation, maintenance and installation of City parks irrigation systems, including ornamental fountains and waterparks, to meet or exceed the City of Penticton standards.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Program and adjust irrigation system controllers including central control systems.
- Repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and numerous types of sprinkler heads and fixtures.
- Replaces or repairs irrigation valves.
- Installs and/or repairs irrigation lines.
- Assists in various maintenance activities as required.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Tracks changes made to the irrigation system either using digital (GIS) or manual tools (red lining drawings)
- Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

**Required Qualifications**:

- Completion of secondary school or equivalent.
- Certified Irrigation Technician Level 2, Irrigation Industry Association of British Columbia, or equivalent.
- Completion of recognized courses or certification relating to irrigation design, construction and maintenance, and relating to horticulture or landscape maintenance, is preferred.
- Cross Connection Certification, BCWWA or equivalent, is preferred.
- Valid BC Driver's License - Class 5 required; air endorsement preferred.

At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better.

That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply.

So, if your experience is close to what we're looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by **July 3, 2023.**

**Position type**:

- Seasonal Assignment (40 hours per week)

**Wage**:

- $28.11 - $31.20 per hour (Pay Grade 8, CUPE)

**Benefits**:

- Attractive benefits, vacation and pension package