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Posted: 20-Oct-25
Location: Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
Type: Full-time
Salary: $49,018.61 - $78,429.44
Categories:
Operations
Parks
Sector:
Parks
Required Education:
High School
Internal Number: 25-01369
Under general supervision, leads and participates in the maintenance and operation of irrigation systems within the Parks and Recreation Department.
*This position performs duties deemed to be “safety-sensitive” and is therefore subjected to random drug testing under the City’s policies*
Essential Job Functions:
- Assists supervisor with prioritizing, scheduling, assigning and quality control of division(s) irrigation tasks.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot irrigation issues related to 2-wire and conventional systems.
- Ability to maintain and repair all aspects of irrigation systems including but not limited to- valves, waterlines, controllers, low voltage wiring, rotors, drip lines, backflow devices, etc.
- Oversees and assists Divisions’ Irrigation Technicians.
- Assists supervisor with staff training on proper irrigation practices.
- Maintains inventory of irrigation materials and equipment.
- Plans materials and tools required to complete work tasks.
- Assists with irrigation system plan review.
- Assists with ground maintenance duties including mowing, trimming, seeding/sodding, debris removal, etc.
- Operates equipment including, but not limited to, - dump truck, skid steer, backhoe, tractor, trencher, etc.
- Performs site inspections as required.
- May perform chemical applications.
- Assists with GIS tracking of irrigation components.
- Assists supervisor with personnel evaluations.
- Participates in snow and ice removal duties.
- May be asked to perform duties of the section supervisor in their absence.
- Works under the supervision of the Lead Grounds Supervisor.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience:
Requires a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, supplemented by one to three years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid Class D Oklahoma Driver's License. Ability to obtain a Service Technicians Pesticide license issued by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture.
Physical Requirements:
Tasks involve the ability to exert exceptionally strong physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of balancing, climbing, crawling, and crouching, feeling, handling, hearing, kneeling, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, walking and which involves some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (up to 150 pounds).
About City of Broken Arrow
About City of Broken Arrow Parks and Recreation
Located in northeast Oklahoma, Broken Arrow is the fourth largest city in the state with an estimated population of 120,000 people spread out over nearly 60 square miles. The City is located in both Tulsa and Wagoner counties and is part of the Tulsa metropolitan area which has a population of almost one million. From 2000 to 2010, U.S. Census Bureau numbers show the City grew by 32% making it one of the fastest growing incorporated municipalities in Oklahoma. Broken Arrow is also home to the third largest manufacturing hub in the state with many employees working in the energy sector. Residents in Broken Arrow enjoy a high quality life characterized by low crime, high performing schools, affordable housing, and easy access to many parks and recreation facilities. Though Broken Arrow was originally an agricultural community, its economy is diverse. Major employers in the area include Broken Arrow Public Schools, Walmart Stores, Northeastern State University, Flight Safety, the City of Broken Arrow, and Zeeco. Broken Arrow has received many awards and accolades for its livability over the years. It was named the 2020 “Happiest City in... Oklahoma” by Zippia and the “9th Best for Most Customer Friendly U.S. City” by Yelp in 2016. It has also been ranked one of the best U.S. cities for first-time home buyers by WalletHub, one of the safest cities in Oklahoma by Movoto, and one of America’s 50 best cities to live by 24/7 Wall Street. The City fosters a sense of community by sponsoring seasonal festivals and events each year including Rooster Days, a local Saturday Farmers Market and weekly musical performances in the parks. With destination attractions in the Rose District, the Performing Arts Center, Bass Pro Shops and more, residents and visitors have many options when it comes to choosing shopping, dining, cultural and entertainment activities. The Parks and Recreation Department manages over 800 acres of public land, with 41 parks throughout the City. Residents are able to stay active year round with a myriad of recreation opportunities such as our annual Daddy Daughter Dance, Mom & Son Luau, Kids’ Fishing Derby and nature programs at our Nature Center and hiking trails. Some of the most popular venues include Battle Creek Golf Club, community centers, cycling and running trails, disc golf course, football, baseball, soccer, and softball complexes, a skate park, 7 splash pads, and three aquatic facilities. The Broken Arrow Public School District is comprised of twenty-five schools including fifteen elementary schools, five middle schools, and five secondary schools. A portion of the city is also served by Union Public Schools and Bixby Public Schools. For those seeking higher education, Northeastern State University has a campus in Broken Arrow. Other area universities and colleges include Tulsa Technical Institute, Tulsa Community College, The University of Tulsa, Oklahoma State University, Langston University, and the University of Oklahoma.
Broken Arrow has a median income of $86,681 and an average home value of $169,855. The City’s ad valorem rate is 16.46 mills.
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