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Senior Facilities Landscaper

Senior Facilities Landscaper

Salt Lake City CorporationSalt Lake City, UT, US
19 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Senior Facilities Landscaper

Responsible for the design and installation of plants and flowers in planting areas as well as overall general grounds maintenance of the central and Sugarhouse business districts. Supervises crews performing landscaping, mowing, planter maintenance, fertilizing and grounds maintenance. Recommends and takes action to remedy plant diseases and problems. Performs specialized tasks necessary for the proper planting, maintenance, and removal of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation on property owned and maintained by Salt Lake City Corporation.

As the Senior Facilities Landscaper, you will oversee crews ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and on schedule. Responsibilities include designing and maintaining planting beds, managing plant care (weeding, trimming, fertilizing), and coordinating grounds upkeep (mowing, irrigation). The role involves operating and maintaining various equipment, while ensuring safe and proper use. This position is not eligible for a hybrid / work-from-home schedule.

The Public Services Facilities Division is an internal service that provides maintenance and repairs to City buildings such as City Hall, the Sorenson Unity Center, Smith's Ballpark, and fire stations. This division is also responsible for the security and maintenance of the downtown and Sugar House business districts. Applicants for roles within the Facilities Division can expect to directly provide or support the skilled trades and maintenance to the City's facilities to keep this important infrastructure running smoothly for its occupants.

$20.35 - $26.81 / hr based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including :

  • Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
  • Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Paid vacation and personal leave
  • Six to twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day one of employment
  • Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and / or 401(k)
  • A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
  • Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

Key Responsibilities include :

  • Supervising crews of both permanent and seasonal employees. Making work assignments and ensuring the completion of projects. Motivating employees on crews. Assisting in training new or seasonal personnel on work assignments as needed.
  • Designing planting beds with the appropriate flowers and shrubs. Assisting in establishing proper care and maintenance schedules, including but not limited to the weeding, trimming, spraying, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, etc., of a variety of plants and flowers. Carrying out these schedules as assigned
  • Determining appropriate mowing, irrigation, fertilizing and other ground's maintenance schedules. Operating and using various types of specialized equipment such as chain saw, spraying equipment, etc., in addition to various trucks, loaders, and heavy equipment as required.
  • Operating various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks. Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use.
  • Overseeing the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas.
  • May work as a snow fighter to ensure sidewalks, bus shelters and crossings are free of snow and ice. Will be required to operate small snow plows and / or broom, blowers, backhoes, or other similar equipment as needed.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
  • Minimum Qualifications include :

  • Three years of ground's maintenance or landscaping experience. One year experience must be in a supervisory capacity.
  • Working knowledge of the methods and practices used in grounds maintenance and landscaping. Knowledge of the various types of trees, shrubs, flowers etc., and the proper methods, techniques, and practices.
  • Experience in the design and arrangement of planting beds, flowers and shrubs that is appropriate and appealing to the eye and the area.
  • Working knowledge of the various types of equipment and tools used in ground's maintenance and landscaping.
  • Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or ability to obtain a CDL within six months.
  • Possession of a Pesticide Applicator's License with one or more of the following endorsements or the ability to obtain one within six months. Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, Vertebrate Animal Pest Management, Aquatic (Surface Water) Pest Control or any endorsements relating to the employees job assignment(s).
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with individuals of a diverse background.
  • Ability to operate various hand and power tools as required in the specified trade. Ability to operate heavy equipment may be required.
  • Preferred Qualifications include :

  • Degree (A.S. or B.S.) in botany, horticulture, plant science or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Familiarity with basic computer applications.
  • Working Conditions include :

  • Moderately heavy physical activity required to push, pull or lift medium weights. Difficult working positions. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, fumes, etc. are routine.
  • Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior
  • All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

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