Job Details

Irrigation Superintendent

Position Number: 7056087
Location: Moscow, ID
Position Type: Agriculture - Horticulture & Landscape Architecture

Irrigation Superintendent

Posting Number: SP005221P
Division/College: Facilities Management
Department: Facility Management
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of all campus irrigation systems. It will work as part of a team to accomplish goals and objectives.

This is an essential position that will be called upon in the event of an emergency and/or university closure.

Duties may include:

Perform routine and preventative maintenance of systems, tools, equipment and vehicles
Locate irrigation lines, sprinkler heads and valves
Call in locates for irrigation and landscape projects
Make recommendations regarding irrigation projects and provide cost estimates
Develop project and repair lists
Test irrigation backflow assemblies on potable water systems
Monitor contracted irrigation work
Coordinate with various trade groups and contractors as needed
Design, operate, expand and construct irrigation systems, including operation of trenchers or vibratory plows
Review and interpret design and construction blueprints and specifications
Use computer drafting software to map irrigation systems
Train or supervise full-time and part-time employees
Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

Three years related to commercial or institutional irrigation systems involving design, installation, maintenance, repair and expansion
Testing and repairing low voltage electrical components within irrigation systems
Supervising personnel and instructing others in the use of tools and equipment related to irrigation installation, repair and maintenance

Required Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

Possess a valid drivers license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
Possess a current Backflow Assembly Testers License issued by the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Labor
Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation, typically every three weeks

Additional Preferred:

Two years of post-secondary education or training in the fields of construction, irrigation systems maintenance and operations, landscape maintenance and operations
Two additional years of experience related to commercial or institutional irrigation systems, for a total of five years
Experience operating computerized equipment and computer software for record keeping, email, database entry, photo archiving and irrigation management systems
Knowledge of reclaimed water systems, codes and regulations
Ability to operate a variety of irrigation/landscape equipment such as: loader, backhoe, grader, roller, excavator, trencher, forklift, skid steer loaders, snowplows, mowers, etc.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Ability to:

Lift and carry or otherwise move up to 60 pounds in a routine, repetitive manner
Bend, stoop, crawl, twist, dig, climb ladders and walk throughout the workday
Work on uneven and slick surfaces
Work in confined spaces
Work in inclement weather conditions
Work safely in high traffic/congested pedestrian areas
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing duties

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $21.63-$26.44 per hour
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 04/02/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

The priority consideration date for applications is 4/16/26. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/51232

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.