Landscape Maintenance Inspector Central Florida Expressway Authority

Genesis Distribution; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Florida Expressway Authority seeks a Landscape Maintenance Inspector to oversee landscape maintenance quality along 125+ miles of roadway, verify contract compliance, and supervise contractor activities. The role involves on-site inspections, irrigation testing, and coordination with the Landscape Program Manager.

The position requires extensive knowledge of horticultural practices, strong supervisory capabilities, and the ability to work outdoors in varying environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• AA or BS degree in landscape or horticulture.
• 3-5 years supervisory experience in a landscape related position.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily on-site inspections to verify contractor contract compliance.
• Inspect and test irrigation systems for proper operation.
• Monitor safety procedures as directed by contracts.
• Assist in identifying plant pest activity.
• Compile contractor reports, logs, and schedules.
• Operate a CFx fleet vehicle for on-site inspections.
• Support field takeoffs and installations for plant replacement projects.
• Document landscape construction activities during phase II establishment.
• Create an inventory of landscape improvements within the ROW.

Skills

Horticultural practices

Irrigation systems knowledge

Maintenance & chemical applications

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal & communication skills

Organizational skills

Outdoor work capability

Independent work & self-motivation

Supervisory experience

Education

AA/BS in landscape or horticulture

Job description

Landscape Maintenance Inspector Central Florida Expressway Authority

Position: Landscape Maintenance Inspector

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Landscape Program Manager

The Landscape Maintenance Inspector collaborates closely with CFX’s Landscape Program Manager to oversee and ensure the quality of landscape maintenance across the Central Florida Expressway Authority system. This role involves verifying contract compliance of the landscape maintenance contractors engaged in maintenance activities and periodic installations for over 125 miles of roadway. It also involves technical and supervisory responsibilities, including the maintenance of landscape improvements and retention ponds.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct daily on-site inspections to monitor and verify landscape maintenance contractors’ compliance with contracts, including routine maintenance cycles, chemical applications, and additional tasks as required.
• Inspect and test the functionality of irrigation systems to ensure optimal performance.
• Monitor contractors’ adherence to contract-directed safety procedures.
• Assist the Landscape Program Manager in identifying plant pest activity.
• Compile, organize, and manage contractor-submitted reports, including daily activity reports, chemical application logs, and proposed weekly/monthly schedules.
• Ability to safely operate a CFX fleet vehicle and perform periodic on‑site inspections and monitor pond maintenance contractor activities to verify compliance.
• Support the execution of ongoing plant replacement (infill) projects by conducting field takeoffs, preparing project documentation, observing installations, and monitoring establishment activities.
• Conduct routine inspections and document landscape construction project activities during the phase II establishment period.
• Assist in preparing and documenting a comprehensive inventory of all landscape improvements within the Expressway right-of-way (ROW).

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of horticultural practices, maintenance, chemical applications, and irrigation system functionality.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with professional supervisory capabilities.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to work independently and self‑motivate.
• Capable of working outdoors in varying environments, ability to walk, stand, climb, and traverse roadside, landscaped, and uneven terrain in varying environmental conditions.

The Central Florida Expressway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• AA or BS degree in a landscape or horticulture related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a landscape related position.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

About Central Florida Expressway Authority

The Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) was established in 2014 with an expanded mandate to build and maintain a regional transportation network that connects Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties. CFX’s role in developing a world-class regional mobility network has taken on new meaning with enabling legislation which allows CFX to incorporate multimodal corridors and intermodal facilities within its right-of-way.