Irrigator and Concrete Labor

144 COTTONWOOD ST, Fort Worth TX

Description

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements Overview This position typically completes duties involved in the completion of commercial and residential sprinkler repairs. We are searching for a talented and dedicated Landscaper to join our team. You will perform irrigation systems repairs. Make necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain all systems in proper working condition. Reports to and receives assignments, instructions, and direction from the Foreman or Supervisor. Reads and/or interprets instructions and procedures. Moves materials and equipment to work locations and sets up work site. Front Fill, Back Fill, places grass back, Prepares construction sites, pours and spreads concrete, sets forms, and/or finishes surfaces. Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various clean-up and housekeeping activities. Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing required personal safety equipment. Performs other duties and activities as directed. The ideal candidate will be excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Compensation Commensurate with experience and ability. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Valid Drivers License • Familiarity with applicable safe work practices including OSHA standards for concrete construction and site preparation. • Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of complex irrigation systems. • Responsible for efficiently the installation of time clocks that operate irrigation systems. • Responsible for efficiently the making necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain all systems in proper working condition. • Efficiently compiles and submit reports and records on conditions of all systems. • Responsible for efficiently keeps and reports inventory of parts, supplies and equipment of irrigation systems. • Test sprinkler system performs trouble shooting exercise. • Performs related work as required and as directed. • Notifies residents • Skilled in the use of tools and equipment required for site preparation including shovels, picks, rakes, plate compactors and skid loaders. • Efficiently and accurately place sprinklers. • Efficiently places, test sprinklers and backfills • Able to work in varying work shifts of 8-12 hours in extremely hot or cold temperatures. • Able to lift objects of 50-75 pounds and perform assigned tasks, lifting, climbing, balancing, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching and navigate safely on uneven ground and work in a variety of field conditions. • Able to use and apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished either orally, written or in diagrammatic form. Also, able to deal with normal problems that occur on project sites involving the variables involved in a concrete forming, pouring and finishing operation. • High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills. • Performs any of the following duties or as directed by supervisor. • Assists concrete finishers • Working as member of racially diverse crew in all types of weather conditions and in all types of environmental conditions such as dirt, mud, concrete. • Preparing the worksite area for concrete footings, and assembling concrete forms at construction site locations. • Bending, Forming, Tying, and Installing rebar as illustrated in plan or as directed by supervisor. • Aligns and braces portions of project assembly, using bubble leveler, board, nails, and hammer. Measures distance between columns, using tape measurer or laser sighting. • Removes obstructions in grooves with hammer and chisel. Patches holes, cracks, and joints in assembled sections using mortar and trowel or necessary tools. • Fill forms or panels with wet concrete and vibrate, screed, trowel, or prepare surface, to ensure proper concrete settling and surfacing as necessary or as described in plan. • Top off, screed, or float the top of wall with necessary tools as required. • Assist in the overall cleanliness and organization of the shop area, jobsite & equipment, including tools, trucks & trailers. • Adhere to all company policies and procedures. • Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Considerable knowledge in the field of irrigation, installation, maintenance and repairs. • Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of the proper use of safety practices. • Ability to diagnose problems with electrical meters and pumps; necessary repairs and adjustments to maintain all systems in proper working conditions. • Ability to install time clocks that operate irrigation systems. • Ability to maintain records and submit reports on conditions of all irrigation systems. • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and evenings, as required • Ability to interpret irrigation plans. • Ability to inventory parts, supplies and equipment of irrigation systems. • Ability to install valve program for irrigation systems. • Ability to operate various pieces of maintenance equipment. • Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to complete work assignments correctly. • Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under hot and humid conditions. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and other employees. Mandatory Requirements: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Language skills to communicate clearly and effectively-Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus. • Maintenance abilities a plus. • Knowledge of gas and diesel machinery. • Must be able to pass drug test if requested. • Valid State issued Driver's License. • Self-starter-motivator-hard worker-team attitude. • Good attendance and on time is a must. • Required to perform task that include heavy lifting of 50 to 75 pounds, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and reaching. • Must be able to meet all safety requirements and applicable safety policies.