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HomeMy WebLinkAbout8.965 SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER 20240603PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 8.965 Class Specifications for the Class: SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER BC-06, BU-01 Duties Summary: Installs, services and repairs computerized and manual irrigation sprinkler systems and devices; troubleshoots and maintains the sprinkler system for proper irrigation at parks and recreation facilities and/or golf course and landscaped areas; monitors and maintains adequate water levels in golf course ponds and irrigation reservoir; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its primary assignment to repair and maintain computerized and manual irrigation sprinkler systems and devices. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). Installs, services, repairs, and replaces piping and fixtures used in the irrigation sprinkler system, including pumps, sprinkler head connections, electrical wiring, and automatic electric timers; May operate a computerized sprinkler system through a computer; Plans, lays out, and sets up work; Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and locates malfunctions; Uses tools and equipment of the trade; Plans and establishes maintenance schedules for the sprinkler system; Maintains adequate inventory of sprinkler system parts and supplies; Conducts periodic maintenance checks of controllers, control valves, sprinklers, pump station; PART I SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER 2 8.965 Keeps records and prepares reports; Identifies and reports malfunctions of the sprinkler system and well pumps; Works from and interprets drawings and diagrams; May operate a tractor shovel and drive a light truck; Performs other semi-skilled and manual tasks as required to assist in maintenance of parks and recreation and/or golf course grounds, equipment, and facilities; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of: Practices, tools, equipment, and materials used in installing, servicing, and repairing piping, fixtures, wiring, and pumps used in sprinkler systems; the functions and operating principles of automatic, hydraulic, and computerized sprinkler systems; operation of tractor shovels; hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work. Ability to: Diagnose malfunctions, correct deficiencies in the sprinkler system and take appropriate action; use hand and power tools used in the repair of sprinkler systems; use a computer in the operation of a computerized sprinkler system; understand and follow oral and written instructions. This is an amendment to the specification for the class SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER,which was approved as SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRMAN on November 4, 1968, retitled and amended on September 6, 1974, amended on November 12, 2008 and on July 16, 2013, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: June 3, 2024 (date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 8.965 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER BC-06, BU-01 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and one and one half (1 ½) years of work experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing irrigation or related systems. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A.Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B.Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the human resources staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that they have the ability to perform the duties of the position for which they are being considered. PART II SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER 2 8.965 License Requirement: and any other appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Departments/Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Heavy T This is an amendment to the specification for the class SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIR WORKER,which was approved as SPRINKLER SYSTEM REPAIRMAN on November 4, 1968, retitled and amended on September 6, 1974, amended on November 12, 2008 and on July 16, 2013, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: June 3, 2024 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources