23320 - Irrigation Specialist-RFT, NMGC, NA-4201-07

ANNOUNCEMENT NO:                 23320

POSITION TITLE:                           Irrigation Specialist, NA-4201-07

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT:           (1) Regular Full Time

SALARY:                                          $22.25 – $25.96 per hour

LOCATION:                                      JBPHH – Navy Marine Golf Course     

AREA OF CONSIDERATION:      All current Employees of The Navy NAF Recreation

                                                            Department, Golf Division.         

RELOCATION EXPENSES:         Not Applicable

OPENING DATE:  10/01/2022                             

CLOSING DATE:   Open Until Filled  

                                                                      

Troubleshoots central irrigation controller and satellite controllers.  Inspects satellite controllers and ensures proper working order.  Cleans controllers of dust and other foreign material from mechanism in controllers and sprays anti-corrosion chemical onto parts.  Prevents ants and wasps from establishing nest.                               

Survey the golf course to eliminate wet and dry spots taking into consideration conditions such as infiltration rates, turf height (root zone depth and plant or turf coefficient), (evapotranspiration) climatic conditions, compaction, wind breaks, etc.

Provides input for improvement in the design of the irrigation and drainage systems.

Troubleshoots and repairs any breakage in the automatic irrigation system, controllers, control valves; dismantles valves and clean diaphragm, solenoid and valve seat assembly: checks and cleans sprinkler heads of dirt, grass, and foreign matter.  Replace panel fuses; checks and resets circuit breakers: checks clock motors, and replace if required; checks electrical current to controllers land to valve connections.

Installs drainage pipe to minimize flooding taking into consideration grading and effect of aggregates (gravel, sand and dirt) on drainage.

Operates backhoe, dump truck, and trencher as required.  Provides technical guidance to maintenance staff and work as lead in assignment of tasks and flow of work.

Performs other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: 

Basic knowledge of Golf Course Irrigation System and major aspect of Golf Course Maintenance. Incumbent of this position will be responsible for the programming and operation of the computerized irrigation terminals, the operation of the computerized irrigation terminals, the operation of the manual irrigation system and pump station. Evaluates the situation and decides on the best method and technique and chooses tools and materials to carry out the job.

 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

-  Must have knowledge of standard plumbing methods and techniques.

-  Must know how to measure, cut, bend and thread pipe and how to caulk and seal such things as     elbows, union joints, etc.

-  Must have skill needed to remove, clean, reinstall or replace joints and fixtures.

-  Must have ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and work with simple fractions.

-  Must have skill in the use of tools and equipment such as tapes, rules, hacksaws, hand and power pipe threaders and cutters, packing and caulking irons, couplers, reducers, saddles, compression clamps, shovels, wire cutters, valve keys, PVC glue and pipe wrenches and cutters.

-  Knowledge of the TORO Network 8000 satellite micro-computer irrigation controller, which also involves the knowledge of the electrical wiring of the satellite controller.

-  Must also have knowledge of the operation installation and maintenance of the TORO series 660, 670, 680 and 690 valves in head irrigation sprinkler.

-  Able to communicate clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing in English and possess basic math and reading skills.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

Incumbent must have knowledge of the operation, troubleshooting and repair of an electronically controlled irrigation system.  Ability in the use of tools and equipment for irrigation repair and installation.  Possess some knowledge in construction and surveying in regards to grading and understands how aggregates (gravel, sand and dirt) affect drainage.  Required to stand, stoop, bend, kneel, dig and work in wet and uncomfortable conditions.  Incumbent may be required to lift material and equipment that weigh up to 50 pounds.

 

HOW TO APPLY:

Obtain posted NAF Application from www.greatlifehawaii.com/Jobs.  Application and required documents MUST be submitted no later than 11:59 pm HST on closing date reflected in the vacancy announcement to: CNRH FFR, Attn: NAF Human Resources, Bldg. 3456, 600 Main Street, Honolulu, HI 96818; or e-mail to: CNRH_NAFHR@us.navy.mil or by fax to (808) 422-3782.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

-       NAF Application

-       Completed OF 306 - Declaration for Federal Employment

-       Proof of Education (transcripts if qualifying based on education)

-       If claiming Veteran’s Preference, Page 4 of DD214 is required, showing reason for discharge and re-entry codes

-       Military Spousal Preference (MSP) Form and Military Orders Including Page 2.

-       Last Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50, if applicable

 

****PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT DOCUMENTS OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED ABOVE***

DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE PDF OR MICROSOFT WORD. 

NO OTHER DOCUMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED

 

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

Using the qualifications of the positions, a predetermined Ranking and Rating Criteria of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each application.  Applicants who do not meet the qualifications required will not be interviewed and interviews may be limited to best qualified applicants.

Management reserves the right to consider and make additional hiring selections, for this specific position, from the certified list of eligible candidates within 90 days of the closing date of this job announcement.

BENEFITS:

We offer a competitive benefit package for regular employees.  All benefits offered (medical, dental, life insurance, spouse & dependent life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and 401(k) savings plan.)  You can review our benefits at https://www.navymwr.org/resources/hr

OTHER INFORMATION:

A selection may be made from the resumes/applications received at the first cut-off date.  Some positions have special requirements.  Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable).  Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period.  Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Manager at 422-3784. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case by case basis.

Military Spousal Preference (MSP): 1. The MSP Certification Form must be completed and attached to application at time of submission.  2. Military Spousal Preference applies to all positions in pay bands NF 1-3, CY positions, and equivalent Crafts and Trades position for which qualified.

Veterans Preference (VET):  You must request for preference at the time you submit your application and attach a copy of your DD214 member page four to certify eligibility.

All required documents submitted for this position must indicate the announcement number, position title and full name of the applicant on each document.

Condition of employment: selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. This is the DoD standard methods of payment of personnel.

All positions require a satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check (NAC) or equivalent background check.

We are an E-Verify participant.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Department of the Navy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation or any other non-merit factor.

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION:

Commander, Navy Region Hawaii

JBPHH - NAF Human Resources Office

600 Main St, Honolulu HI 96818

808-422-3784

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

Your application will be reviewed after the closing date of the announcement in which you have applied.  The recruitment process takes an average of 2-3 weeks from closing date.  Due to the volume of applications received, applicants may not be notified of non-selection. Management also reserves the right to cancel the vacancy announcement at any time during the recruitment process.