Salary : $41,758.02 – $44,573.16 Annually
Location : Lewisville, TX
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: FY2223-00192
Department: Parks and Recreation
Opening Date: 08/01/2023
Closing Date: 8/15/2023 5:30 PM Central
Position Summary
Plants and maintains public trees, shrubs and herbaceous material according to best practices and performs general maintenance tasks in area of assigned responsibility.
Range Min for posting: $41,758.02- Range Max for posting: $55,129.97
Hiring Min for posting: $41,758.02- Hiring Max for posting: $44,573.16
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm; some nights and weekends for special events or projects.
Essential Functions
- Plant and maintain public trees, shrubs, flower gardens and planters throughout the city.
- Landscaping and facilities maintenance including, but not limited to, seeding, sodding, fertilizing, mulching, weeding, pruning, aerating, mowing, weed eating, and edging.
- Performs trash pick-up and playground maintenance in assigned area of responsibility.
- Performs vehicle, equipment, and tool maintenance for work assignments.
- Supports other divisions with special events and projects as needed.
- Plants and maintains public trees according to best practices established through International Society of Arborists and Master Naturalists.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- 6 months experience in tree care, turf maintenance or landscaping.
- Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of landscape maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of tree planting and maintenance procedures.
Ability to:
- Ability to operate tree trimming and park maintenance equipment.
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
- Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
- Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
- Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Ability to learn and use proper techniques in the maintenance of assigned areas.
- Ability to take and follow both verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate with supervisors and peers, both verbally and in writing.
Skills
- Must possess and exhibit the skills necessary to operate assigned tools and equipment in a safe and proper manner.
Special Requirements
- Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test, physical exam and functional capacity test.
- Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.
- Must obtain an International Society of Arborist Certified Arborist or Master Naturalist or National Green Infrastructure Certification or National Association of Landscape Professionals Horticultural Technician credential within 6 months of hire.
The City provides a full complement of benefits: Texas Municipal Retirement System, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with a City match into a 401(a), Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long Term Disability Insurance, up to four weeks paid vacation, fifteen days paid sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
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Do you have a valid driver’s license?An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver’s License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.
- Yes
- No
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Within the past 5 years, have you been convicted of Driving while Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving under the Influence (DUI)?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements?
- Yes
- No
Required Question