Green Infrastructure (GI) Maintenance Technician

City of Lancaster, PA; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

City of Lancaster, PA, seeks a Grounds Maintenance Worker to support the Greenscapes Maintenance Division and Stormwater Bureau. You will help maintain green infrastructure BMPs, including wetlands, rain gardens, green roofs, and porous pavements, in public spaces.

You will operate a 1-ton truck and light equipment, assist with tree care, debris removal, and seasonal tasks. A high school diploma and 3 years' experience are required, with CBLP Level 1 certification or the ability to obtain within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of groundskeeping or similar maintenance experience.
• CBLP Level 1 Certification or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire required.

Responsabilités

• Maintain vegetated green infrastructure installations in public spaces, including plant installation, care, replacement, weeding, and seasonal tasks.
• Operate a 1-ton pickup or equivalent vehicle and light equipment (e.g., Toolcat, vactor, pressure washer) as part of daily duties.
• Assist in Riparian Buffer projects and porous pavement maintenance, including cleaning and repairs.
• Assist with snow removal and debris cleanup; work with vendors and City staff as needed.
• Maintain inventory, order parts, and support Greenscapes Maintenance Supervisor; perform related duties.

Connaissances

Groundskeeping

Plant care

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Public works knowledge

English proficiency

Formation

High school diploma or GED

CBLP Level 1 Certification

Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (preferred)

Outils

Bobcat UW56 Toolcat

Tow-behind vactor unit

Pressure washer

Description du poste

Supports the City of Lancaster Stormwater Management Program and Greenscapes Maintenance Division in maintaining green infrastructure Best Management Practices (BMPs) affiliated with stormwater infiltration, including constructed wetlands, curbside rain gardens, green roofs, stormwater inlets, porous pavements, bioretention areas, and meadows.

• Follows safe practices in the performance of all duties.
• Assists in maintaining the health and appearance of vegetated green infrastructure installations in public spaces through plant installation, plant establishment, plant care, plant replacement, weeding, invasive weed and pest controls, seasonal perennial dividing and cutbacks, litter removal, leaf and debris removal with composting, sediment removal, and structural repairs, as necessary.
• Assists in maintaining Riparian Buffer projects through tree establishment, tree and tree tube care, weeding, invasive weed and pest controls, and seasonal structural pruning.
• Assists in the maintenance of porous pavements, including the removal of sediment and weeds, replacement of stone after vacuuming, and replacement of damaged pavers.
• Assists in the removal of debris and cleaning of inlets and inlet filters associated with green infrastructure installations.
• Assists with light structural pruning of trees associated with green infrastructure installations.
• Operates a motor vehicle (1-ton pickup truck or equivalent) on City streets and highways.
• Operates light equipment including, but not limited to, a Bobcat UW56 Toolcat, tow-behind vactor unit, pressure washer, and equipment utilized in the cleaning of sediment and porous pavements.
• Maintains inventory of maintenance supplies; orders and procures repair parts and supplies for maintenance work in conjunction with the Green Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provides assistance to vendors, contractors, the public, City grounds and maintenance staff, and others as assigned.
• Removes and clears snow as assigned, including curb cut snowpack removal during storm events.
• Carries out other duties as may be assigned by the Greenscapes Maintenance Division and Stormwater Bureau.

Education, Training and Experience

• Graduation from high school or completion of a GED is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in groundskeeping, landscape development, native plant care, or similar maintenance work is required.
• Possession of a Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professionals (CBLP) Level 1 Certification, or ability to successfully obtain one within twelve (12) months of hire, is required.
• Possession of a Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (Categories 00-Core and 23-Park/School Pest Control), or ability to successfully obtain one within twelve (12) months of hire, is preferred.

Licenses and Certificates

• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania State Driver’s License is required.

• Knowledge of safe practices related to public works.
• Knowledge of plants native to the region and the ability to identify species, both native and invasive/non-native, for the purposes of cultivation or eradication, whichever may be appropriate.
• Knowledge of grounds and turf management best practices, supplies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of stormwater management best practices in relation to local impact and protection of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
• Knowledge of proper use of personal protective safety equipment, including, but not limited to, fall protection, ear protection, and eye protection.
• Knowledge of safe storage, application, and monitoring of pesticides and herbicides as part of invasive weed and pest control measures.
• Proven ability to use motorized hand-held equipment such as drills, augers, saws, and impact drivers.
• Proven ability to use hand tools such as screwdrivers, hammers, ratchets, wrenches, pruners, loppers, pliers, trowels, rakes, and shovels.
• Proven ability to take accurate measurements and perform basic mathematical and geometric calculations (e.g., length/height, area, and volume).
• Proven ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently, to perform routine operations.
• Ability to utilize hand-held electronic communication devices (e.g. smartphone, tablet, etc.), as well as applicable software, including but not limited to email and computerized inspection logs, to communicate effectively and report on work performed.
• Proven ability to develop specific goals and plans; prioritize and organize; and accomplish assigned tasks.
• Proven ability to operate a vehicle on private and public streets is required.
• Proven ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergency situations is required.
• Proven ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English is required.
• Proven ability to work as part of a team and to collaborate successfully with others is required.
• Proven ability to adapt to new or changed situations and to show flexibility in making improvements in work processes and operations is required.
• Proven ability to exhibit customer-centered behaviors and to focus on customer needs is required.
• Proven ability to commit to excellence in service and to continuous improvement is required.

Environmental Conditions

• Indoors, environmentally controlled.
• Outdoors, exposed to all-season inclement weather and extreme temperatures, both hot and cold.
• Exposure to noise, dust, pollutants, vehicle exhaust, and caustic chemicals such as herbicides and fertilizers.
• Exposure to a variety of plant life including noxious species, pollen, or other plant-based fine particulates.
• Exposure to common insects and wildlife, including, but not limited to, bees, mantids, wasps/hornets, rodents, birds, and snakes.
• Requires standing for long periods.
• Works around motorized or moving vehicles, equipment and machinery, including active traffic zones.

Safety Equipment Used or Needed

• Personal Protective Equipment such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, ear protection, rain gear, steel-toed safety shoes, rain boots, and respirators.
• Waders for traversing wet environments up to 48” in depth.

Comments

• Applicants may be asked to undertake written and/or practical testing to evidence their knowledge and qualifications for the position.
• Requires working long hours, and willingness to be available to handle emergency situations and weather events after hours, weekends, and holidays is desired.
• Requires heavy manual lifting up to approximately 75lbs. to shoulder level.
• This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.