COSUMNES COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
Irrigation Manager
SALARY: $6,412.00 – $9,181.00 Monthly
$76,944.00 – $110,172.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 02/11/22
CLOSING DATE: 03/07/22 04:30 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking one (1) full-time Irrigation Manager in the Park Operations and Golf Division. The ideal candidates for this position shall have knowledge and experience pertaining to the operation of comprehensive Parks and Recreation systems. Under general direction, manages staff and resources assigned to irrigation. Manages staff performing skilled work in the design, installation, repair, maintenance, and operation of irrigation systems.
Please note: The Cosumnes CSD is seeking to establish an eligibility list from this recruitment that may be used to fill future Irrigation Manager vacancies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills,
knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. The education or experience requirement may be modified or waived at the sole discretion of the General Manager. At least one of the education or experience requirements must be met; however, both requirements cannot be modified or waived. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
Education and Training:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in
environmental horticulture, plant and soil science, or other closely related field;
Certain assignments may require certifications. When specified, the certifications must be
obtained by time of appointment and must be retained throughout employment as a condition of employment.
Certification as an Irrigation Association Certified Landscape Water Manager is desirable.
Certification as an International Society of Arboricultural Arborist, or Sports Turf
Management Association Sports Field Manager is desirable.
Experience:
Five (5) years of experience in the maintenance, repair, and operation of irrigation system
to include operation and programming of computerized systems, including two (2) years in
a supervisory capacity.
Special Requirements:
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, First Aid and CPR/AED certification within the first
thirty (30) days of employment; certification must be maintained through employment;
Must possess a valid California class “C” driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record
as determined by the District and maintain it throughout employment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
THE PROCESS:
Application Review- Applications will be reviewed for possession of minimum qualifications and evaluated according to the essential functions of the job, and other needs of the position. All applicants will be notified as to the status of their application after review of all applications has been completed.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.yourcsd.com
8820 Elk Grove Blvd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624
916-405-7190
humanresources@yourcsd.com
Position #2022-011
IRRIGATION MANAGER
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Rain Bird Sales Representative – Sierra Pacific Turf Supply

Position available: February 14, 2022

Position location: Based out of Rocklin, Ca.

Territory: Sacramento Valley

Position Summary: Develop new business while maintaining long term relationships with our current clients to meet assigned goals and objectives of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Present, promote, and sell Rain Bird products/services using solid sales skills and information to existing and prospective customers within the designated territory
• Visit customer site locations on a regular basis to maintain customer engagement while meeting sales goals
• Perform cost-benefit and needs analysis of existing/potential customers to meet their needs
• Create written proposals for customers as necessary to achieve sales goals
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Reach out to customer leads through cold calling
• Coordinate sales effort with Rain Bird team members and with appropriate branch managers
• Analyze the territory/market’s potential, track sales and status reports
• Continuously improve through training and feedback

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Knowledge of Rain Bird irrigation systems helpful.

Certificates and Licenses:  Valid drivers’ license with Clean DMV record. Qualified Applicators License or Pest Control Advisor or Designated agent license may be required.

Salary:  Annual salary range:  Commission based Annual draw

Benefits:  Paid health care.  Paid Vision and Dental. Paid vacation and sick time. Participation in 401k.  Phone, computer, vehicle, and travel expenses paid. Paid GCSAA dues. Paid AAA membership.

Send Resumes to:

Dean Kinney  dkinney@sierrapacificturf.com

Or

Kelly Kerr kkerr@sierrapacificturf.com

POSTED 8/27/2021

Cordova Golf Course is a full-service 18-hole public golf facility. https://cordovagc.com

Position Title: Park Maintenance Worker II – Golf Course Irrigation Technician Cordova Recreation & Park District is seeking a dedicated individual to join the Cordova Golf Course Maintenance team. Under the supervision of the Golf Course Superintendent, the Golf Course Irrigation Technician is responsible for the installation, programming, inspection, modification, maintenance and repair of golf course irrigation systems. The incumbent also performs a variety of skilled and specialized work in the maintenance and operation of Cordova Golf Course; performing other greens keeper duties as required (e.g. mowing greens, tee boxes, fairways and rough).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices. Inspect, repair, maintain and modify existing golf course irrigation systemProgram and manage irrigation controllersOperate manual quick couplers and hosesDiagnose and troubleshoot problems with field units that may include controllers, irrigation heads, valves and related systemsOperate trenching equipment; backhoe, front-end loader, breaker hammers, power cutters and other equipment used to dig irrigation line trenchesRepair multiple types of irrigation pipes such as PVC, galvanized, copper, steel and cement Perform plumbing repairs such as installing and repairing drinking fountains, toilets and sinks Order and stock irrigation parts and equipmentRoutinely inspect irrigation and potable water system(s), mechanical equipment and other golf course facilities and equipment as requiredRepair greens with seed and/or new grass plugs as neededGrade and prepare soil base, lay sod and seed greens, tees and fairwaysAssist with skilled, semi-skilled and manual labor as it pertains to landscaping, custodial and other crafts as requiredAssist the Golf Course Superintendent in planning, assigning and coordinating the work of part-time employees and volunteer crews working in irrigation, maintenance, construction and repair workMaintain a safe, clean and well-organized workspace, parts inventory room, pump station and service vehicleMaintain accurate written records, reports and logsPerform similar and incidental duties as assignedReport all problems and issues to the Golf Course Superintendent

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience (position requirements at entry): Equivalent to graduation from high school or GEDTwo (2) years of full-time professional experience in the installation, maintenance and repair of golf course irrigation Experience in plumbing and pipefittingWorking knowledge of basic electricity and hydraulics related to irrigation systems, including valves, controllers, pumps and pumping systems Experience with large-scale landscape maintenance and installation projectsBasic understanding of agronomy and turf-grass scienceKnowledge in the safe operation and calibration of the following:Pressurized spray equipmentHand-operated rotary spreadersHand-operated drop spreadersMechanically operated utility tractors and spreadersMust possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Compensation: $43,884.00-$56,004.00 Annually plus a wide array of employee benefits including fully paid employee and dependent medical, dental, and vision along with Basic Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term disability insurance, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, and an Employee Assistance Program. The District contracts with the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide retirement benefits. The District offers generous paid leave that includes accrued vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer:The Cordova Recreation and Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The Springs Rancho Mirage

POSITION TITLE: LANDSCAPE MANAGER REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

POSITION OVERVIEW: The landscape manager is responsible for developing, planning, coordinating and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans and budgets for the landscaping at The Springs for the enjoyment of members and guests. This individual will supervise, train and assist work crews, manage various projects and deal directly with clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Hires, manages, trains and schedules staff, subcontractors and equipment
• Inspects completed work, as well as make decisions on soil, plant species, layouts and designs
• Oversees the completion of quality work in a timely manner
• Communicates effectively with the landscape team to ensure tasks and instructions are understood
• Interfaces with suppliers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of job materials
• Ensures that landscape team members are completing the tasks at hand within reasonable and required time frames
• Responsible for procuring required tools, equipment and supplies
• Completes yearly budgets and reports
• Recommends the selection of planting color based on seasonal changes
• Trouble-shoots both system issues and horticulture
• Detects and takes appropriate measures to eradicate diseases affecting lawns, plants and trees
• Facilitates the work order process submitted by members
• Develops and maintains an Inventory Control System
• Promotes the highest level of safety with staff
• Ensures staff is working within OSHA, club safety, state and federal guidelines for safe working conditions
• Ensure that all machinery is clean, serviced, maintained in good working condition, and stored correctly in the proper environment in a neat and orderly manner.
• ·         Follows all rules and regulations established in The Springs Employee Handbook

REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role in a horticultural environment
• A minimum of 3 years’ project management or similar related experience
• Strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and pleasant demeanor with crew and members
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and nonverbal
• Ability to work independently as well as with groups of people such as members, employees, and management
• Characteristics such as assertiveness, good judgement, respected, self-confidence, self-starter, adaptable
• Technical skills such as product knowledge, services, plant materials, production/culture, diseases/insects
• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Must have a valid driver’s license

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Landscape architecture background preferred
• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Must have an Associate’s degree (preferably in the Green Industry)
• Horticulture Program including soil science, weed management-preferred

• Must have 4 years of practical landscape installation experience in the field
• Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of landscape installation methods and techniques
• Excellent working knowledge of equipment, tools and labor needed to accomplish work
• Must demonstrate strong leadership skills and previous supervisory experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to operate equipment specified above, walk extended distances and work in varying outdoor conditions (extreme heat, dry, wet, cold)
• In addition, must be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects not exceeding 50 pounds
• Repetitive movement- standing, walking, twisting, turning, bending, squatting, stooping, sitting
• Ability to bend, kneel, squat, or reach for intermittent periods
• Ability to climb and lift for intermittent periods
• Repetitive movement of arm at should for intermittent periods
• Repetitive movement of both hands for intermittent periods
• Ability to twist neck and/or body for intermittent periods
• Ability to stand or walk for extended period of time
• Requires climbing up step stools
• Occasional exposure to chemical products

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at The Springs will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The Springs does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Springs will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.

Send Resume to: Ashley Stuhlmann astuhlmann@thespringsrm.com