Landscape Technician
Company: City of Garland, TX
Location: Garland
Posted on: July 31, 2022
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Job Description:
Responsible for installing and maintaining landscape including
perennials, groundcovers, shrubs, and ornamental trees in assigned
planting locations within the Garland Parks and Recreation
Department. Also responsible for maintaining a variety of plants,
brushes and trees within Tree Nurseries and the Greenhouse or
mowing of golfing greens, tees, fairways and roughs.Perform
planting and maintenance of all color, perennial, groundcover,
shrubs, tree trimming and tree planting areas.Participate in litter
control by removing debris from grounds.Perform weeding and
fertilizing of flower and shrub beds.Trim and sculpt trees by using
chain saws, pole saws, brush chippers and stump grinders.Maintain
public safety in work areas.Mow and/or maintain landscape
medians.Plant and maintain bed areas, container and tree nursery,
and greenhouse facilities. High School Diploma or General
Equivalency Diploma (GED) 2 years landscape maintenance
experienceOr an equivalent combination of education and experience
sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the
jobEducation/ Experience:2-4 years landscape maintenance,
horticultural and/or greenhouse experienceKnowledge, Skills &
Abilities:Basic understanding of pesticide and chemical application
use and safety practices and proceduresBasic knowledge of landscape
maintenance including seasonal color and perennial plants,
greenhouse operations and functionsBasic knowledge of safety
hazards and safety practicesMay need basic knowledge of golf course
termsSkill to use a variety of tools and equipment appropriate to
the work assignedAbility to understand and implement verbal and
written instructionsValid Class C Texas driver's licenseValid Class
B Texas Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within six
months of hireTexas Department of Agriculture Pesticide Applicators
License required or ability to obtain within six months of hireThe
incumbent works with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental
conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or
with exposure to risk. May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold,
rain, humidity, wetness, insects, noxious odors, fumes, and
physical stress from exertion and lifting. Exposed to physical
exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and
pushing. Ability to lift 50
pounds.Adaptability/FlexibilityCommunicationCustomer
ServiceDependabilityProblem Solving/AnalysisQualityTechnical
SkillsWork Environment/Safety
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