Part-Time Landscape Inspector

City of Yorba Linda•Linda, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Assessment District Manager or full-time staff, the Part-Time Landscape Inspector assists with inspection, administration, and execution of contract landscape maintenance district operations. The role checks work quality, conformance to specifications, and safety, and performs landscape and irrigation maintenance tasks under supervision or independently. It also responds to public inquiries and maintains the City's landscape e-feedback caseload. The position is limited to 1,000 hours per fiscal year. Duties may vary and may include related tasks not listed in the posting. The position reviews landscape district projects and monitors their condition, quality, appearance, maintenance status, and compliance with City standards. It may involve hands-on maintenance and irrigation work; coordination and review of contractor work; responding to public concerns and service requests; tracking records, complaints, payment requests, proposals, and invoices; and overseeing tree maintenance and removal operations. The role works in both an office and outdoor field environments and requires safe operation of a City vehicle. This is a non-exempt position. Overtime is paid at one and one-half times the classification's hourly rate for hours worked in excess of 40 per week. Selected candidates must pass a City-paid background check, including fingerprinting, and a medical examination. City employees may be called upon to serve as disaster service workers in the event of a disaster.

Requirements

High school graduation and five years of experience in landscape maintenance and tree care, including direction of field personnel. College-level coursework in horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy, landscape irrigation design, or an equivalent may be submitted as experience.
At least one year of experience in a supervisory or lead role in a commercial or institutional landscape management or design management environment.
Knowledge and ability in methods, materials, and operating practices used in commercial maintenance of irrigation systems, trees, shrubs, turf, and ground cover.
Knowledge of plant types, growth habits, and maintenance characteristics relevant to landscape maintenance.
Knowledge of landscape maintenance district areas, boundaries, and physical layouts.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public, contractors, and fellow employees.
Ability to maintain accurate written and digital records and use word processing, digital images, and email programs for work tasks.
Ability to perform field duties without supervision.
Understanding of pesticides, pre-emergents, rodent control, fertilizers, weed-control materials, and applicable safety regulations.
Understanding of tree types and tree-care requirements, including pruning, removal identification, hazards and safety risks, planting, and establishment.
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the class, including mobility, balance, coordination, vision, hearing, and dexterity appropriate to the duties; safely drive a City vehicle; and communicate effectively through hearing and speaking.

Nice To Haves

Landscape design experience and skill, including AutoCAD and GIS.
ISA Arborist Certification.
Irrigation Association certifications or equivalent.
Backflow Testing Certification.
Knowledge and ability in water management methods, irrigation controller programming, and central irrigation control systems.
College-level coursework in horticulture, landscape architecture, agronomy, or landscape irrigation design, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Review landscape district projects and monitor condition, quality, appearance, maintenance status, and conformance to City standards, including irrigation, turf, trimming, cleanup, and pest, disease, and weed control.
Monitor landscape infrastructure and identify elements requiring replacement before failure causes plant damage, when possible.
Perform landscape maintenance, including watering, shrub and tree trimming, weed removal, and irrigation repairs.
Test and track irrigation systems, document component function, troubleshoot and repair sprinklers, underground lines, valves, and track wires, install controllers, and set and monitor watering schedules.
Apply chemicals for weed control and comply with regulatory agency requirements.
Meet with landscape district contractors to supervise work status and provide instructions, work orders, correction lists, and requests for extra work or repairs; review completed contractor work.
Evaluate, respond to, and resolve public concerns, inquiries, service requests, and requests for information, coordinating with contractors, vendors, suppliers, City departments, or outside agencies as needed.
Maintain records of work, punch lists, e-feedback records, photographs, reports, and email communications; review and track complaints and payment requests.
Consult supervisors on complex or politically sensitive matters, or matters without established precedent or resolution.
Schedule, supervise, and evaluate tree maintenance and removal operations; maintain records of trimming and removals.
Monitor contractor safety and traffic control.
Review and approve proposals and process invoices for payment.
Perform other related duties as required.