Irrigation Specialist at Apple Valley Unified School District

IN-HOUSE VACANCY - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

This position is only available to current employees of this school district. Applications submitted by job seekers not currently employed by the school district will not be considered.

Application Deadline

8/7/2026 11:00 AM Pacific

Date Posted
7/24/2026
Contact
Katelyn Young
(760) 247-8001 x20715
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
Range 29 (Step 1) $25.69 - (Step 5) $31.21 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
New hires outside of our district will automatically be placed on Step 1, regardless of experience.
Length of Work Year
12 month, 222 base duty days
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Application review will not begin until after the application deadline has closed There will be mandatory testing for this position.

Requirements / Qualifications

**PLEASE READ CAREFULLY, EVERYTHING LISTED BELOW IS REQUIRED TO APPLY** Required on Application 1. A Completed Edjoin Application (ALL fields filled) - incomplete applications will automatically be screened out. 2. Graduation from High School or equivalent. 3. Two (2) years responsible grounds keeping experience including one (1) year experience in the repair, installation and maintenance of sprinklers and irrigation systems OR any combination of education, training, and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the essential duties may be substituted for the required experience and/or education. (MUST show on application in Work History) 4. Contact information for three (3) Professional References: current/former supervisors/coworkers (MUST be provided on application in Professional References section) - please include email addresses REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS 1. Current Resume 2. Current DMV Printout - can be obtained on DMV website (MUST be no greater than 30 days old) - please see link under "Links Related to this Job" for CA DMV Printout website 3. Two (2) Professional Letters of Recommendation from current/former supervisors/coworkers (both MUST have physical signature and be DATED within one year) - digital signatures not accepted 4. Valid First Aid certification required: NO online courses, NO BLS cards (BLS cards do NOT include First Aid training)* *can upload proof of registration in an upcoming, in-person FA class in lieu of card Preferred Qualifications: 1. Valid CPR certification preferred 2. Forklift Operators License preferred

***Must meet minimum requirements per the job description. Applicants encouraged to review entire job description before applying.*** A completed application and all required documentation MUST be submitted in order to be considered and to move forward in the hiring process. *Employees selected to move forward must have an evaluation in good standing and not be currently under any disciplinary action.* Please note that all required documentation must be attached to your application in order to be considered to move forward in the hiring process. ***Failure to attach all documentation will result in your application being screened out of the process.*** Candidates selected are required to receive DMV clearance before beginning work. Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others.

  • CPR/First Aid Certification (FIRST AID REQUIRED - NO ONLINE COURSES ACCEPTED - BLS DOES NOT INCLUDE FIRST AID)
  • DMV Printout (no older than 30 days, MUST have valid CA Drivers License)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2), must be DATED within one (1) year with a physical SIGNATURE - digital signatures not accepted)
  • Resume (must be current)

Requirements / Qualifications

**PLEASE READ CAREFULLY, EVERYTHING LISTED BELOW IS REQUIRED TO APPLY** Required on Application 1. A Completed Edjoin Application (ALL fields filled) - incomplete applications will automatically be screened out. 2. Graduation from High School or equivalent. 3. Two (2) years responsible grounds keeping experience including one (1) year experience in the repair, installation and maintenance of sprinklers and irrigation systems OR any combination of education, training, and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the essential duties may be substituted for the required experience and/or education. (MUST show on application in Work History) 4. Contact information for three (3) Professional References: current/former supervisors/coworkers (MUST be provided on application in Professional References section) - please include email addresses REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS 1. Current Resume 2. Current DMV Printout - can be obtained on DMV website (MUST be no greater than 30 days old) - please see link under "Links Related to this Job" for CA DMV Printout website 3. Two (2) Professional Letters of Recommendation from current/former supervisors/coworkers (both MUST have physical signature and be DATED within one year) - digital signatures not accepted 4. Valid First Aid certification required: NO online courses, NO BLS cards (BLS cards do NOT include First Aid training)* *can upload proof of registration in an upcoming, in-person FA class in lieu of card Preferred Qualifications: 1. Valid CPR certification preferred 2. Forklift Operators License preferred

***Must meet minimum requirements per the job description. Applicants encouraged to review entire job description before applying.*** A completed application and all required documentation MUST be submitted in order to be considered and to move forward in the hiring process. *Employees selected to move forward must have an evaluation in good standing and not be currently under any disciplinary action.* Please note that all required documentation must be attached to your application in order to be considered to move forward in the hiring process. ***Failure to attach all documentation will result in your application being screened out of the process.*** Candidates selected are required to receive DMV clearance before beginning work. Employees must be physically and mentally able to perform the essential duties of the position without hazard to themselves or others.

  • CPR/First Aid Certification (FIRST AID REQUIRED - NO ONLINE COURSES ACCEPTED - BLS DOES NOT INCLUDE FIRST AID)
  • DMV Printout (no older than 30 days, MUST have valid CA Drivers License)
  • Letter(s) of Recommendation (Two (2), must be DATED within one (1) year with a physical SIGNATURE - digital signatures not accepted)
  • Resume (must be current)

Comments and Other Information

Problems with your online application should be directed to EdJoin at 888-900-8945 or email edjoinhelpdesk@sjcoe.net. Please note, the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. Please add no-reply@edjoin.org to your email contacts in order to receive all communications. It is your responsibility to frequently check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. We recommend applicants check their emails and/or EdJoin messages at least once a day once the application deadline has closed.

Comments and Other Information


Problems with your online application should be directed to EdJoin at 888-900-8945 or email edjoinhelpdesk@sjcoe.net. Please note, the only form of communication you will receive throughout the recruiting and hiring process will be through email. Please add no-reply@edjoin.org to your email contacts in order to receive all communications. It is your responsibility to frequently check your email for any upcoming testing and/or interview dates. We recommend applicants check their emails and/or EdJoin messages at least once a day once the application deadline has closed.