Irrigation Specialist

Salary: $28.04 - $34.08 Hourly

Location : Oxnard, CA

Job Type: Classified Full Time Regular

Job Number: 25-26:94

Department: CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL

Opening Date: 04/10/2026

Closing Date: 4/23/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Description

Current vacancy:

1 - 8.0 hours per day, 246 work days per year

An eligibility list will also be established to fill all vacancies over the course of the next year.

To perform a variety of maintenance and repair work to automated and manual irrigation systems; to perform backflow prevention device testing; and to perform a variety of technical duties relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions:

1. Perform a variety of preventive maintenance and repair work on automatic and manually operated irrigation systems to assure proper operation.

2. Adjust and perform major and minor repairs on control clocks and sprinkler heads; maintain lines and sprinkler heads clear of debris; rebuild sprinklers, valves and related equipment.

3. Replace and perform major and minor repair on valves; repair and/or replace broken or leaking lines; trace and locate damaged wires.

4. Perform backflow prevention device testing; ensure all testing complies with mandated rules and regulations; install and repair backflow devices.

5. Design and install irrigation systems for school grounds areas; read blueprints and sketches; ensure all work is conducted in accordance with guidelines.

6. Order and maintain inventory of parts and materials for sprinkler repair work.

7. Prepare and maintain records and reports related to daily work activities.

8. Operate District vehicles such as trucks, tractors and dump trucks.

9. Operate a variety of tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of irrigation systems including small hand tools.

10. Perform lead duties and assign work on various major projects requiring work direction and guidance as assigned.

11. Observe and implement proper safety practices; perform general clean-up at work site.

12. Respond to emergency calls for irrigation systems and repairs.

13. Perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

Experience and Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible irrigation system maintenance and repair

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade supplemented by specialized training in irrigation system maintenance and repair or a related field.

License or Certificate

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Limited Backflow Device Tester's Certificate within twelve months following date of employment and maintain license during course of employment. All licenses, certificates, and other requirements listed above are required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted.

Supplemental Information

This is a Dual Certification recruitment: Candidates who attain a passing score on each examination part will be placed in rank order on an eligibility list after promotional credits are added to the composite test scores of promotional candidates. These examinations are open to permanent employees and the public.

Click on the Classification below for the full job description and duties

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Oxnard School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability or affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups or any other basis protected by law or regulation, in its educational program(s) or employment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Acting Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385- 1501,

The following information is a brief summary of the medical benefits provided through the Gold Coast trust.

Gold Coast Trust Indemnity Medical-Plan Blue Cross (PPO) Choice of contract or non-contract physicians. Dependant Coverage: Spouse and unmarried children to age 19 or to age 25 if full time student.

OR

Kaiser (HMO) Need a Primary Care provider. Dependant Coverage: Spouse and unmarried children to age 19 or to age 25 if a student.

AND

Delta Dental Benefits are payable at 70% of covered charges for benefits received during the first calendar year of eligibility. This percentage will increase 10% each subsequent year to a maximum of 100%.

AND

Vision Service Plan (VSP)covers one vision examination and one set of lenses each twelve month period. VSP will make an allowance toward the cost of "Elective Contact Lenses."

AND

Prudential Life Insurance $10,000/member and $1,500/Dependents

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Education required: Graduation from high school or equivalency. Do you meet the required education? (This needs to be listed in the education portion of your application)

Yes

No

02

Have you completed any specialized training in irrigation system maintenance and repair or a highly related field? (Note: If yes, you must attach evidence such as transcripts or certificates. You may attach these documents by clicking on attachments on the left side of your screen.)

Yes

No

03

Experience Required: Three years of increasingly responsible Irrigation system maintenance and repair experience. (This needs to be listed in detail in the work experience section of your application)

Under two years

More than two years but less than three years

Three years or more

04

Special Requirements, License or Certificate, as required by the individual assignment/position:- Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid driver's license- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Limited Backflow Devise Tester's Certificate within twelve months following the date of employment and maintain license during the course of employmentPlease note, that the license and certificate listed above are required at the time of employment and must be maintained during the course of employment unless otherwise noted. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

Yes

No

05

Testing and Interview Dates Notice: Please note and save the following dates for testing and interviews. All communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.Notice of application status - April 27Written Exam - May 1Qualifications Appraisal Interview - May 8

I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions

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This brings you to the end of your application. Before submitting your application, please make sure you have done the following:1. Read the job description and understand the position you are applying for2. Read the Employment Standards and meet the required experience and education requirements listed and clearly state your relevant experience and education on your application, including any proof of education required (this standard will be used to screen ALL applications received)3. You have completed all sections of the application and answered all questions thoroughly

I certify that I have read this notice and understand the instructions provided.

Required Question