Landscape Technician PT

Landscape Technician PT

Location

Water Utilities

Work Status

Part Time

THIS POSITION WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SALARY: 13.89 - 17.36 Hourly USD

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision assists in the performance of all aspects of landscape maintenance tasks, makes minor repairs to irrigation systems and landscape tools and equipment, and aids in the installation and maintenance of landscape beds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1.Ability to assist in the performance of all aspects of landscape tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming grass, weeding, irrigation repair, topdressing, aerating, picking up trash, cleaning restrooms, etc.

2.Ability to make minor repairs to irrigation systems including head adjustments, replacements, preventative maintenance checks and line break repairs.

3.Ability to aid in the installation and maintenance of landscape beds which includes planting, irrigation, cultivating and weeding a wide variety of plants within an assigned area as well as pruning trees and shrubs.

4.Ability to operate, maintain and make minor adjustments to utility vehicle (golf carts), small mowers, edgers, blowers, weed eaters and hand held power tools.

5.Basic understanding of water conservation and drought-tolerant plant selection and landscape maintenance practices.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

6.Ability to prepare and maintain records of work performed, fuel usage and equipment utilized.

7.Ability to prioritize own job assignments and coordinate work with other department employees to ensure timely job completion.

8.Ability to assist in the performance of special projects to enhance park or golf sites such as irrigation installation, landscape construction and site preparation, turf establishment, etc.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Knowledge of basic principles, procedures, tools and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and electrical work.

Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments on irrigation systems.

Ability to assist in the installation and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers and flowers.

Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 pounds; and push/pull 25 lbs. for 12 feet.

Ability to work outdoors and withstand extremes of weather and temperature.

Ability to work a flexible work schedule.

Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written instructions.

Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including but not limited to seeing, stooping, twisting body, carrying and lifting, cleaning, writing and climbing to and from extreme heights.

Ability to operate a variety of equipment including but not limited to specialized golf course equipment, tractors, out-front mowers, edgers, chain saws, etc.

Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.

Ability to work on weekends and holidays

Qualifying Education and Experience:

High School Education. Six months experience in lawn care, maintenance or construction. Possession of a valid Texas Operator's License, Class C.

Pre-Employment screens:

A criminal background check, physical and Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), drug and alcohol testing. Motor vehicle review (MVR) is required.