Irrigation Technician

Job title: Irrigation Technician

Company: University of Victoria

Job description: attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Attention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsThis site attempts to protect users against attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Irrigation Technician – (993910.1)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Organizational UnitUniversity of Victoria -> VP Finance and Operations -> Facilities ManagementLocationUniversity of Victoria – Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)Posting Close Date16 February 2026Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.FTE1Salary Grade$4,953.00 – $5,007.00Additional Posting Information:N/ASalary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.Hours of Work37.5 hours/weekEmployee Group:CUPE 917 – Regular# of Hires Needed1Position Number993910CategoryBuilding and Grounds MaintenanceAbout this OpportunityThe University of Victoria is one of Victoria’s largest employers and one of Canada’s best diversity employers. Together we are more than 5,000 dedicated faculty, librarians and staff supporting the University of Victoria’s diverse academic programs, world-class research and commitment to civic engagement.*This position is eligible for a Modified Work Schedule*Job SummaryAs stewards of the campus, Facilities Management fosters and enriches an inviting and functional environment that welcomes and supports all who come here. Facilities Management’s customers include Deans, departments, faculty, staff and students. The department’s branches work together as a team to ensure a high standard of customer service delivery, as well as the effective, efficient and safe performance for the operation, development and maintenance of campus buildings.Reporting to a Grounds Supervisor, the Irrigation Technician ensures optimal operating condition of the computer controlled irrigation system and weather station for the purpose of maintaining healthy, vigorous and presentable landscapes at the University of Victoria. This position makes repairs and performs the regular maintenance work associated with an irrigation system, develops water-use schedules in a software program, keeps accurate water application records in a data base, conducts water audits to determine application efficiency, installs irrigation hardware and controller components, prepares and interprets installation design and as-built drawings.Job RequirementsExperience:
3 years of experience in irrigation repair, maintenance, hardware and component installation, and developing and implementing watering schedules.Specialized Knowledge/Education:

• High school graduation supplemented with courses in biology and horticultural soils
• IIABC Certified Irrigation Technician – Level 1 and 2
• IIABC Certified Irrigation Designer-Turf and Drip
• IIABC Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor
• Low Energy (24vo\t) Electrical Certification
• Demonstrated knowledge in plant biology and horticultural soils
• Working knowledge in irrigation software data base programs, developing water-use schedules, preparing irrigation designs, as built drawings and developing material lists from a specification
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• BC Class 5 driver’s license

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent work ethic, leadership, supervision and problem solving skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, with internal and external customers, supervisors and staff
• Ability to be tactful, demonstrate excellent judgment, and work as a positive and collaborative team member
• Organization skills and ability to work under deadlines with conflicting demands
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office (excel, word, outlook); and other software applications related to the work being performed
• Ability to work within a team environment and to work independently
• Ability to prepare irrigation designs and accurate as-built drawings
• Ability to train and direct Grounds employees in a lower classification to perform the regular repair and maintenance work associated with an irrigation system

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the work, which may involve moving, transporting, or organizing materials and equipment.
• Willingness to work any recognized shift including weekends when required

Territory Acknowledgement: We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.Equity Statement: UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of .Read our full equity statement here:Accessibility Statement: If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact:

Expected salary: CA$4953 – 5007 per month

Location: Sedgewick, AB

Job date: Sun, 08 Feb 2026 03:41:51 GMT

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