Laborer-Landscape (ROW)

City-of-Fort-Wayn; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fort Wayne is seeking a Laborer – Landscape to join the Parks and Streets departments. This hands-on role supports maintenance of city landscapes and green spaces, contributing to safe, attractive corridors for residents and visitors.

Expect outdoor work, teamwork, and a pride in making public spaces look their best. Schedule runs 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with hours that may vary and opportunities to assist across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of landscape or grounds maintenance experience.
• Background in horticulture or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of plant care, weed control, and landscape best practices.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain city landscapes including planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and overall plant care.
• Support green infrastructure efforts and keep right-of-way corridors clean and debris-free.
• Operate trucks, trailers, mowers, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and track work through accurate documentation.
• Assist with seasonal needs like snow removal and support other departments as needed.
• Provide guidance and training to seasonal or new staff.
• Assist with assigning and directing daily work tasks as needed.

Skills

Physical labor

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Indiana Pesticide Applicator License

Chainsaw safety certification

First Aid/CPR

Boat safety training

Job description

Laborer – Landscape Schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM (hours may vary)

Hands-on, outdoors, and takes pride in making the city look its best-someone who enjoys physical work, teamwork, and seeing the impact of their effort every day.

What You'll Do You'll help maintain and enhance Fort Wayne's landscapes and green spaces-keeping corridors clean, safe, and visually appealing for the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain city landscapes including planting, pruning, mowing, watering, and overall plant care
• Support green infrastructure efforts and keep right-of-way corridors clean and debris-free
• Operate trucks, trailers, mowers, and a variety of hand and power tools
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and track work through accurate documentation
• Assist with seasonal needs like snow removal and support other departments as needed

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and training to seasonal or new staff
• Assist with assigning and directing daily work tasks as needed

What You Bring | Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED with 4+ years of landscape or grounds maintenance experience
• Background in horticulture or related field preferred
• Knowledge of plant care, weed control, and landscape best practices
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Basic computer skills and ability to maintain records

Preferred Certifications

• Valid Indiana driver's license
• Indiana Pesticide Applicator License (or ability to obtain within 1 year)
• Chainsaw safety certification, First Aid/CPR, and boater safety training (or ability to obtain within 1 year)

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Experience operating landscaping equipment, trucks, and trailers
• Understanding of pesticide and fertilizer application
• Ability to work outdoors year-round in varying weather conditions

Why Work for the City of Fort Wayne Your work is visible and valued. In this role, you help shape the look and feel of the city's public space, creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments for residents and visitors. Join a team that takes pride in the community and the impact they make every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer – CITY OF FORT WAYNE