Landscape Technician – Grounds & Irrigation Specialist

City of Mount Holly, North Carolina; Mount Holly (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Vacation & sick time

Take home vehicle

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

City of Mount Holly, North Carolina seeks a Landscape Technician to perform skilled landscape maintenance across city grounds. Duties include mowing, pruning, planting, applying pesticides, and preparing facilities for events. Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license and high school diploma or GED.

The role offers comprehensive benefits and a pay range aligned with municipal standards. Work is physically demanding, outdoors, and requires strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with prior landscaping experience.
• Experience with mowing, pruning, planting and basic landscape maintenance.
• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily, seasonal and annual landscape tasks such as mowing, trimming, pruning and maintaining plant health.
• Install landscape projects: select plant material, dig, plant and water to sustain health.
• Apply turf products and manage chemical treatments with safety precautions.
• Prepare facilities for rentals, special events and assist with janitorial duties as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety practices

Tree & plant care

Pesticide application

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Mount Holly, North Carolina seeks a Landscape Technician to perform skilled landscape maintenance across city grounds. Duties include mowing, pruning, planting, applying pesticides, and preparing facilities for events. Must have a valid North Carolina driver's license and high school diploma or GED.

The role offers comprehensive benefits and a pay range aligned with municipal standards. Work is physically demanding, outdoors, and requires strict safety practices.