Landscape Maintenance Specialist

State of Oregon

95d • $3,856 - $5,325

About The Position

Transportation Maintenance Specialist 1 – Landscape Maintenance Specialist Oregon Department of Transportation Delivery & Operations Division – Region 1 Maintenance Crew Portland. This position is open for recruitment and fully funded following the 2025 Special Legislative Session. The role: Do you want to use your skills to make a difference? Join our hardworking Southwest Portland maintenance crew! As part of our team, you will perform manual labor and operate equipment necessary to maintain, repair, preserve and/or reconstruct landscaped areas. Apply today! We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply for our positions.

Requirements

• Six months experience operating heavy or light motorized equipment, using hand and power tools, performing minor servicing of equipment, and applying safety procedures.
• Must possess a current, valid commercial driver's license A (CDL-A) with a tanker endorsement, no air brake restrictions, no 5th wheel restrictions and no manual transmission restrictions, OR have the ability to acquire a class A commercial learner permit within 60 days of hire and a CDL-A with a tanker endorsement and restrictions removed within six months of hire.
• A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.
• This position requires a maximum 45 minute response time to 9637 SW 35th Dr, Portland, OR 97219 for emergency call-outs.
• This position requires the final candidate obtain their Public Pesticide Applicator’s license within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• A current, valid commercial driver’s license A (CDL-A) is preferred.
• Right of way, highway maintenance or landscape experience.
• Experience operating light and heavy equipment.
• Experience completing basic mechanical repairs on light and heavy vehicles or equipment.

Responsibilities

• Replant, prune, thin or trim trees, shrubs and groundcover.
• Operate a wide variety of motorized equipment and hand tools.
• Maintain turf areas and repair, maintain and install irrigation systems.
• Service and repair equipment, tools and motorized equipment.
• Keep roads and facilities clear and safe in winter through snow removal, deicing and sanding.
• Clear debris, build and repair fences, clear brush, mow grass and spray roadside vegetation.
• Perform minor building maintenance including cleaning, landscaping, painting and light carpentry.
• Repair guardrails and milepost markers.
• Repair, replace and/or maintain specific roadway surfaces, sub-layers or shoulders on state highways and facilities.

Benefits

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid leave
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees