Oracio Velasco

Repair, maintain and modify existing irrigation systems throughout campus. Program Calsense irrigation controllers as needed based on weather and soil conditions, repair broken irrigation mainlines. Design and install new irrigation systems for water conservation. Layout and install new landscapes. Order Irrigation supplies as needed for projects and keep inventory. Oversee contractors and inspect work when completed. Use wire tracing tools to locate broken irrigation wires. Rebuild remote control valves by replacing diaphragms and solenoids. Convert planters with existing irrigation sprinklers to a water efficient drip system.

• Repair, maintain and modify existing irrigation systems throughout campus. Program Calsense irrigation controllers as needed based on weather and soil conditions, repair broken irrigation mainlines. Design and install new irrigation and drip systems for water conservation. Layout and install new landscapes. Order Irrigation supplies as needed for projects and keep inventory. Oversee contractors and inspect work when completed. Use wire tracing tools to locate broken irrigation wires.
• Conducted routine inspections of irrigation systems to ensure proper functioning.

• Use of power tools.. Basic push mower ,32" walk behind mower, weed eater, edger,blower, hedge trimmer, power pole saw, aerator and tiller Prep planters for planting Re seed lawns Tree and shrub pruning. Fertilization of lawns and plants Assist irrigation crew with installation and repairs of sprinkler and drip systems trough out campus. in may of 2017 i was promoted to irrigation mechanic. maintained off campus housing irrigation systems, programed ETwater smart controllers repaired broken main lines and installed new drip systems for water conservation. used wire tracing tools to locate broken irrigation wiring, keep inventory of irrigation supplies and ordered as needed.
• Watered plants, flowers and turf to maintain healthy growth.
• Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis.
• Mulched flower beds to retain moisture levels in the soil.
• Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.