Landscaping Jobs in Charlotte, NC

Salary : $41,851.00 - $58,173.00 Annually

Location : Raleigh, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-00282

Department : Transportation Services

Opening Date : 03 / 07 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Work Hours : Monday - Friday; 7 : 30 am - 4 : 00 pm

Hiring Range : $41,851.00 - $46,140.00

Job Description

The City of Raleigh is seeking a Landscaping Maintenance Worker to join our Transportation Department. In this role, you will be able to share your experience and knowledge in landscape maintenance. You will demonstrate your understanding of standard practices, methods, and materials relevant to your assigned work. Your expertise will extend to identifying occupational hazards and applying relevant safety principles and practices. You will demonstrate proficiency in discerning the uses and properties of supplies and equipment crucial to the tasks at hand.

Additionally, you will have a thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations governing your work environment. Your commitment to precision and high standards will add to your value as you maintain established quality and safety standards and meet established performance standards. Your attention to detail in assignments will be a key attribute as you work toward the successful completion of tasks. You will showcase your comprehension and application of information learned, underscoring your dedication to continuous learning. Your skillset will include the competent operation of assigned tools and equipment, reflecting your readiness to contribute effectively to our team's success.

Joining our Transportation Maintenance Division will provide an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the maintenance of critical infrastructure such as sidewalks, curb and gutter, asphalt, medians, and storm drains. As a member of our 218 person staff, you will contribute to maintenance of 1,130 miles of streets and sidewalks; the upkeep of over 33,000 curb ramps; and the protection of 3.2 million linear feet of stormwater pipes connecting more than 32,000 drainage inlets.

Within the Landscape Maintenance Unit you will be part of a team responsible for maintaining medians and rights-of-way throughout the City by trimming trees, bushes, and grass, and planting various trees and plants each season.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operating various types of small equipment and hand tools
• Performing unskilled or semi-skilled general maintenance
• Performing landscaping maintenance
• Selecting proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks
• Performing work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations
• Operating walk behind leaf machine for leaf collection
• Will be required to work extended hours on rotating shifts during leaf collection, emergencies, and inclement weather

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience :

High School Diploma or GED and one year of maintenance or customer service experience related to assignment

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications :

Additional Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

ADA and Other Requirements :

Positions in this class typically require : stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work :

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions :

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note :

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee, your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future.

To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page : https : / / raleighnc.gov / services / jobs-and-volunteering / pay-and-benefits

The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits.

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