Grounds Maintenance & Irrigation Technician

Bismarck, City of (ND); Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bismarck is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform planting, maintenance and watering of trees, plus general landscaping tasks and irrigation system repairs on city properties. This role involves operating equipment, driving a pickup, and performing basic maintenance tasks under supervision.

Candidates should have at least two years in related field, possess or be able to obtain a valid North Dakota driver’s license, and be able to work independently while adhering to safety

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Valid North Dakota driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States full-time; no visa sponsorship.
• Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and practices.
• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operation of lawn tractors and self-propelled turf mowers.
• Planting, maintaining and removing trees.
• Watering, weeding, mulch installation, day-to-day grounds maintenance.
• Assists in locating and repairing underground faults.
• General landscaping activities and repairing irrigation systems.
• Operation of weed trimmers and hand tools.
• Participates in snow removal operations as needed.
• Documenting work performed.
• Performs other duties of comparable level/type as required.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Safety awareness

Independent work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Lawn machinery

Irrigation equipment

Job description

The City of Bismarck is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to perform planting, maintenance and watering of trees, plus general landscaping tasks and irrigation system repairs on city properties. This role involves operating equipment, driving a pickup, and performing basic maintenance tasks under supervision.

Candidates should have at least two years in related field, possess or be able to obtain a valid North Dakota driver’s license, and be able to work independently while adhering to safety