Position Title:Cemetery - Lead IrrigatorJob Description:Under direction of a district supervisor or manager, performs semi-skilled or skilled plumbing duties involved in new construction, maintenance, repair and remodeling of City owned sprinkler, irrigation systems and facilities.About the Position: Working for the Salt Lake City Cemetery offers a unique opportunity to be part of one of the most historic and significant cemeteries in the region. Located in Utah's capital city, the cemetery spans over 120 acres, making it the largest municipal cemetery in the country. This vast space not only offers a tranquil working environment but also a deep connection to both Salt Lake City’s and the State of Utah’s heritage, as it dates back to 1847. Employees have the chance to preserve and maintain the resting place of many notable figures, including pioneers, government leaders, and influential citizens who have shaped Salt Lake City and the state of Utah. Additionally, working in the Avenues neighborhood of the capital city provides access to a beautiful community and the chance to contribute to a site that is both a historic landmark and a place of ongoing significance.Position Salary Range: $23.42 - $30.79/hr based on qualifications and experience.This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Key Responsibilities:
Assembles, installs, maintains, and repairs pipes, fittings, valves, heads, and fixtures of irrigation, water, and drainage systems, according to specifications by use of screws, bolts, and plastic solvents.
Works with all levels of staff to make recommendations and/or adjustments to resolve a variety of irrigation problems and issues; makes visits to survey landscape and soil conditions, determines and implements site requirements, observes system effectiveness and efficiency.
Installs, tests and maintains systems for automatic or mode operation controls of pumps, valves, and other typical industrial equipment.
Repairs and services water distribution and sewage facilities, landscape water sprinkler systems, and waste/vent systems, using hand and power tools.
Reads and interprets blue prints in order to install valves, pipe fittings, and pipes composed of metal and non-metal materials. Joins pipes by use of screws, bolts, solder, and plastic solvents.
Installs and repairs plumbing fixtures, water heaters and water softeners, and decorative water fountains piping and pumps.
Maintains pump stations and back flow preventers in an operable condition and responds to any alarms caused by equipment malfunction.
Serves as a technical resource for irrigation systems management and water conservation.
Participates in meetings as required; attend training seminars, vendor demonstrations, and courses to remain current with the latest techniques and technologies.
Operates heavy equipment, snowplows, blowers, backhoes, or other similar equipment as needed to perform the responsibilities of the position or in emergencies.
Performs tasks required to complete projects; including preparation and clean up responsibilities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school graduation or GED equivalent. Must have knowledge of sprinkler irrigation components with four years of repair/maintenance experience in the field.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints, sketches, work orders, drawings and diagrams as required to perform assigned tasks.
Ability to operate various equipment including hand and power tools. Ability to operate heavy equipment will be required.
Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card. Possession of a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class A will be required, or ability to obtain within six months.
Requires backflow certification, which must be acquired within six months of employment.
IPS Glue certification and electrical wire and troubleshooting certification required or must be acquired within six months of employment.
Working Conditions:
Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull or lift medium to heavy weights. Difficult working positions; may have to stand, walk, or sit in uncomfortable positions for extended periods, and squat or crawl into small spaces. May perform work in trenches, ceilings, on ladders, bucket lifts, scissor lifts and roofs in heights exceeding 100 feet.
High exposure to disagreeable elements such as dust, fumes, noise, dampness, cold, heat, chemicals, or grease. Exposure to outside weather conditions year round.
Considerable stress under emergency situations, time constraints, and possible injury and/or death. Variation of job duties due to service interruptions and construction may occur. Must be able to adapt quickly to diverse conditions, and adjust job assignments requiring operation of various facilities equipment and operations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.POSITION TYPEFull-TimeDEPARTMENTPublic LandsFull Time/Part Time:Full timeScheduled Hours:40Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slc.gov .BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future. We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all. The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.
