Landscape

City of Carrollton•Carrollton, TX

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing specialized repair and maintenance duties in a skilled trade, specifically focusing on chemical application within parks and facilities. The role involves maintaining quality turf and landscape beds using herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides, as well as supporting athletic field maintenance. Duties may include obtaining bids on parts, troubleshooting and maintaining systems, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance and repairs in accordance with state codes, regulations, and safety procedures. Work is performed with limited supervision and may involve training and directing other employees. The role also includes aquatic herbicide applications as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Two years experience in area of specialty.
Knowledge of facilities maintenance practices and procedures;
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations;
Knowledge of chemicals and chemical mixtures;
Knowledge of safety and security procedures;
Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment of the trade;
Knowledge of inventory maintenance principles;
Knowledge of basic mathematical concepts;
Skilled in evaluating and recommending repair, replacement, and maintenance of applicable components and equipment;
Skilled in effectively solving problems and making decisions;
Skilled in maintaining records;
Skilled in performing manual labor;
Skilled in operating, maintaining, and repairing a variety of hand and power tools;
Skilled in performing and administering formalized preventative maintenance programs;
Skilled in operating and maintaining specialized equipment;
Skilled in reading, comprehending, and interpreting technical documents and instructions;
Skilled in defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions;
Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications;
Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals.
Knowledge of chemicals and proper handling techniques;
General knowledge of soil types;
General knowledge of landscaping techniques

Nice To Haves

May require certification in area of specialty.
Completion of an approved apprenticeship or training program in a related skilled trade.

Responsibilities

Performs specialized troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance in a skilled trade to a variety of structures, equipment, and/or systems, which may include: landscape, aquatic systems, and/or other related items.
Operates a variety of specialized tools and equipment, which may include: computerized monitoring systems, sprayers, mixers, hand and power tools, and/or other related tools and equipment.
Maintains work order logs and prioritizes work accordingly.
Determines quantity and types of equipment and other materials to be used for work orders.
Monitors inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure adequate stock and functionality is maintained; orders required supplies when inventory levels meet established guidelines.
Maintain quality turf and landscape beds in Parks and Facilities using necessary herbicides, fertilizers, and pesticides.
Performs a wide variety of activities in support of athletic field maintenance, which includes: maintaining the quality of turf areas on sports fields and common areas and applying chemicals for fertilization and/or pest control.
Aquatic herbicide applications as required.
Provides budget input and helps monitor specific line item expenditures.
Performs other duties as assigned.