Do you thrive outdoors, have a passion for irrigation systems, and want to help shape the beauty and health of your community’s parks? The City of Medford is seeking a skilled Irrigation Technician to maintain and improve our citywide irrigation infrastructure. From repairing valves and sprinkler heads to programming smart irrigation controllers, you’ll play a critical role in keeping over 900 acres of parks vibrant and efficient.
This is more than just maintenance. It’s problem solving, system design, and hands on work with advanced tools and technology. You’ll work independently, enjoy a consistent weekday schedule, and have opportunities to lead and mentor others. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and make a lasting impact where people live, play, and connect, we’d love to hear from you. Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply!
Required Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
Five (5) years of progressively responsible municipal, commercial or industrial irrigation and installation experience.
Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, plant science, forestry, arboriculture, or agriculture, or other specific area of study as deemed applicable may substitute for two (2) years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Landscape Irrigation Auditor certification (CLIA)
Familiarity with ESRI GIS mapping software
Flagger and Forklift certifications
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Available Schedule:
9/80 schedule: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with every other Monday off (three day weekend every other week)
Compensation & Information on Benefits:
This position is part of the Teamsters Parks employee group.
The anticipated hiring range for the Parks Technician II - Irrigation position is $24.62 (first step) to $25.85 or $27.14 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Six steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps.
Healthcare Benefits:
Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City
Retirement Benefits:
Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Additional Benefits:
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
Access to the City's fully equipped fitness center 24/7
A well-equipped gym featuring weightlifting benches, dumbbells, cardio machines, and a motivational wall mural.
Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply!
