Irrigation Worker - Seasonal

Company: Springville City Corporation
Location: Springville
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Department: Storm Water Position Reports to: Storm Water Lead Worker Pay Grade: 8 Employment Type: Seasonal Hours Exempt/Nonexempt: Non-exempt Description: Under the direction of the Storm Water Lead Worker, this position is responsible for maintaining, repairing, and inspecting the Plat A flood irrigation system, in order to deliver water to customers. Operates vehicles and hand tools. This seasonal position may work up to 40 hours per week during irrigation season. Duties: Inspect and remove irrigation blockages and debris, before, during, and after watering schedule. Follow a preventative maintenance program (cleaning and spraying). Understand and operate irrigation system and assist with the installation and/or repairs of the irrigation pipelines and related structures. Troubleshoot and solve irrigation water user complaints and issues. Must be able to communicate effectively with irrigation system users and the general public. Administer release of water into irrigation system and ensure that structures and pipelines are working properly to avoid risk of property damage. Monitor flows throughout irrigation system, adjust and inspect for potential maintenance problems, overflows, and misuse of irrigation system. Drive irrigation system routes day or night in order to haul off debris while checking flows. Ensure head gates are open to the different distribution ditches that coincide with watering schedule to make certain irrigation system users receive water according to schedule. Follow the Springville City Public Works safety program. Maintain and promote a positive work environment. Assist Storm Water division as needed. All other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be self-starting and able to work unsupervised day or night. May be required to drive personal vehicle. Reimbursement will be given on a per mile basis if personal vehicle use is needed. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Must be able to: Read and understand written and oral instructions. Be available for day or night shifts including weekends and holidays during irrigation schedule. Follow and implement instructions. Work outdoors in all types of weather. Work well with the public while carrying out job functions. Physical Demands: This position requires the employee be able to: Lift up to 50 pounds regularly; bend, kneel, walk, or stand for long periods of time. Have enough physical strength and agility to perform required work. Drug screen and background checks performed

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