Black Canyon
Irrigation District

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Irrigation District

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Current Job Openings

District Manager

Job Summary

Black Canyon Irrigation District is seeking a self-motivated team builder to serve as District Manager. 


This role is responsible for the management of 14 ditch riders, 10 maintenance crew members, the assistant manager and foreman. Additional job duties include but are not limited to the oversight and management of, irrigation District operations and deliveries, District finances, aquatic and terrestrial weed programs, public relations, legislative affairs, Federal, State and local grants, social media oversight, Pumping Plant Operations and Maintenance, fleet and equipment management and acquisitions, taking direction from and keeping the Board of Directors informed of District operations.  


Requirements  

  • 5 years management experience minimum
  • Experience in irrigation district operations, water resource management, agriculture, construction, or a related field preferred.
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Professional applicators license
  • Working knowledge of Water Law
  • Experience in development and plan review
  • Experience in Public Relations & Public Speaking
  • Professional writing skills
  • Experience in administering construction projects greater than $1 Million  


Other Hiring Preferences   

  • Class A CDL with applicable endorsements (willing and able to acquire)
  • Ability to operate construction equipment
  • General computer skills (Word, Excel, QuickBooks, Google Earth, TruePoint Solutions, etc.)
  • Large scale pumping operations and repair
  • Grant writing and monitoring experience
  • Water measurement including Dopler and Price AA flow measurements
  • Property management
  • Human resources 
  • Experience working with the Bureau of Reclamation among other governmental agencies
  • Water rights/filings
  • Pipe installation
  • Pouring concrete and form work
  • Electrical experience and troubleshooting
  • SCADA Systems and troubleshooting 

 

Benefits

  • PERSI Retirement
  • 401(k) Option
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Paid Federal Holidays
  • Company Vehicle


 At Black Canyon Irrigation District, we believe the best person for the job is the one with the skills and drive to succeed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to an unbiased hiring process that evaluates candidates fairly on their qualifications. 

  

Please submit resume, writing examples and application to heather@blackcanyonirrigation.com. Writing examples are required.

DITCH RIDER

Job Summary

This is a full-time, year-round position. During the irrigation season, which is generally April through mid-October, a company vehicle and company cell phone will be issued.  Ditch riders report directly to the District Water Master. Manage water delivery to district patrons accurately and fairly. Perform the day-to-day maintenance of the water facilities on assigned routes. During the off-season they join the Operations & Maintenance Crew and receive direction from the O&M Manager.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Take canal gauge readings daily and report to management by 7:15 AM.
  • Prepare ride for water delivery by burning ditches, clearing debris, installing head gate wheels and locks. Requires supervising an assistant.
  • Make deliveries to patrons based on water rights and direction from management.
  • Make entries on the computer daily, review records as time allows, and report errors to management.
  • Report flooding ASAP to management, write detailed report providing pictures or other information deemed helpful.
  • Respond to all phone text and voice messages.
  • Report all accidents involving District property and employees to management.
  • Inspect vehicles and equipment for safe operation daily.
  • Work safely around fellow employees.
  • Able to operate chain saw, use shovel, perform pipeline construction, carpentry work, and concrete construction.
  • Dress appropriately for conditions. Work clothes should be long pants, minimum of short sleeve shirt, and work boots. 
  • Follow guidelines in the Ditch Rider Handbook and Employee Handbook.
  • Meet with water users as requested.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  •  Minimum high school diploma or GED with basic computer skills.
  • Be self-motivated with good communication skills.
  • Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, ability to lift 50 lbs.
  • Perform essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, accurately, and safely.
  • Possess a Class A Driver’s License.
  • Live within reasonable distance from ride boundaries as approved by management.
  • Agree to be on-call 24 hours per day, 7-days/week, ONLY during water season.

 

Benefits

  •  PERSI Retirement
  • 401(k) Option
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Medical
  • Paid Holidays


Find an application pdf below or stop by the Notus office for an application.

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