Parks Equipment Operator

City of Grand Junction • Grand Junction, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Horticulturalist is responsible for the planning, cultivation, installation, and maintenance of municipal landscapes, ornamental gardens, greenhouse operations, and floral displays throughout the City’s parks and public spaces. This position plays a key role in enhancing the beauty, sustainability, and environmental quality of public landscapes, including right-of-way corridors, high-profile garden areas, and seasonal floral installations. A primary focus of this role is greenhouse production and propagation of annuals and perennials used in City landscapes and beautification projects. The Horticulturalist develops planting designs, oversees plant health and production schedules, and performs skilled horticultural maintenance practices to ensure vibrant and attractive public spaces year-round.

Requirements

• One year (1) of general labor experience.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.
• Professional horticulture or greenhouse experience.
• Experience with greenhouse production of annuals and perennials.
• State pesticide applicator certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Certified nursery grower or ability to obtain within a specified 6 months of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for public horticulture and community beautification.
• Creativity in floral and landscape design.
• Commitment to sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high-quality public spaces.

Responsibilities

• Manage greenhouse production of annuals, perennials, and ornamental plants.
• Oversee propagation, plant care, environmental controls, and inventory.
• Maintain greenhouse facilities, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain landscaped medians, rights-of-way, gardens, and public spaces.
• Perform planting, pruning, watering, fertilizing, and weed control.
• Monitor and address plant health, pest, and disease concerns.
• Design and coordinate seasonal displays and landscape enhancements.
• Select plant materials and assist with beautification projects.
• Operate landscape equipment, vehicles, and irrigation systems.
• Coordinate with staff, contractors, volunteers, and community groups.
• Maintain required records and assist with snow removal, emergency response, and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• City Employee Health Clinic: The City is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees, and their families. Our near-site Sage Health & Wellness Center offers free or low-cost healthcare services for employees and their dependents enrolled in a City health plan. Services include preventative care, health assessments and coaching, treatment for common illnesses, lab services, physical therapy, a medical massage therapist, and behavioral health counseling. The clinic also offers wellness programs, challenges, and classes that empower employees and their families to stay healthy and thrive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED