Landscape Technician I ID - 12732

Description

 

 

This position is responsible for participating in the installation, care, and maintenance of city landscaping.

 

Major Duties

 

  • Maintains city grounds and landscaping; mows grass and cuts weeds; edges lawns; blows leaves; trims and prunes trees and shrubbery.

 

  • Participates in the installation, operation, and maintenance of irrigation systems; repairs lines as needed.

 

  • Assists in repairing landscape problems associated with aging landscapes; repairs irrigation system failures and drainage problems; removes overgrown, dying, or diseased plants.

 

  • Assists in installing hardscape elements such as paving and retaining walls; assists in installing softscape elements such as plantings and sod.

 

  • Applies pesticides and herbicides; applies spot-treatment and broadcast application of chemicals and fertilizers.

 

  • Operates a variety of equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, blowers, tractors, loaders, trenchers, augers, tillers, etc.
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  • Operates a variety of hand and power tools.

 

  • Performs related duties.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

 

  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mowers and other grounds maintenance equipment.

 

  • Knowledge of irrigation system maintenance principles.

 

  • Knowledge of planting techniques.

 

  • Knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, and methods used in the planting, pruning, and maintenance of trees and landscaping.

 

  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety procedures.

 

  • Skill in the operation of variety of landscape maintenance tools and equipment.

 

  • Skill in pulling and backing trailers.

 

  • Skill in prioritizing and planning.

 

  • Skill in interpersonal relations.

 

  • Skill in oral and written communication.

 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

 

The Landscape Manager assigns work in terms of somewhat general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

 

GUIDELINES

 

Guidelines include chemical labels, OSHA regulations, and department and city policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.  

 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

 

  • The work consists of related technical duties. Equipment malfunctions and inclement weather contribute to the complexity of the position.

 

  • The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintenance of city landscaping. Successful performance contributes to the provision an attractive and safe environment for city employees and the public.

 

CONTACTS

                                                                      

  • Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, and the public.

 

  • Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

 

  • Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.

 

  • The work is typically performed in outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

 

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

 

None.

 

Minimum Qualifications

 

  • Graduation from a standard senior high school or GED equivalent as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), and 

 

  • Six (6) months recent experience in grounds maintenance; and

 

  • Six (6) months experience operating a tractor and/or mower.

 

  • Possession of current/valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred.

 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

  • Qualified candidates may be required to demonstrate their proficiency in the operation of equipment at time of interview.

 

  • Valid operator’s driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)

 

  • An employee in this position must be available to be contacted via phone within 30 days of employment/promotion/demotion/transfer, due to call out requirements.

 

  • An applicant in this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks. 

  

  • Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12)

 

  • Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

 

Application / Examination

 

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application.  This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

 

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing jobs@dothan.org.

 

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