Landscaping Maintenance Worker - Transportation

City of Raleigh Municipal Government; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Raleigh seeks a Landscaping Maintenance Worker for the Transportation Department. This role involves maintaining public infrastructure, operating landscaping tools, and adhering to safety standards while working in a dynamic team environment. Candidates should have experience in general maintenance and operational competencies.

Qualifications

• One year of maintenance or customer service experience related to assignment.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license or ability to obtain within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medians and rights-of-way by trimming trees, bushes, and grass.
• Operate equipment for leaf collection and general maintenance tasks.
• Follow established safety policies and regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow safety procedures

Operating equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Various types of small equipment

Job description

This position is being re-ad v ertised. Candidates who have previously submitted an application and were referred to the hiring manager are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

The City of Raleigh is seeking a Landscaping Maintenance Worker to join our Transportation Department. In this role, you will be able to share your experience and knowledge in landscape maintenance. You will demonstrate your understanding of standard practices, methods, and materials relevant to your assigned work. Your expertise will extend to identifying occupational hazards and applying relevant safety principles and practices. You will demonstrate proficiency in discerning the uses and properties of supplies and equipment crucial to the tasks at hand.

Additionally, you will have a thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations governing your work environment. Your commitment to precision and high standards will add to your value as you maintain established quality and safety standards and meet established performance standards. Your attention to detail in assignments will be a key attribute as you work toward the successful completion of tasks. You will showcase your comprehension and application of information learned, underscoring your dedication to continuous learning. Your skillset will include the competent operation of assigned tools and equipment, reflecting your readiness to contribute effectively to our team's success.

Joining our Transportation Maintenance Division will provide an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the maintenance of critical infrastructure such as sidewalks, curb and gutter, asphalt, medians, and storm drains. As a member of our 218 person staff, you will contribute to maintenance of 1,130 miles of streets and sidewalks; the upkeep of over 33,000 curb ramps; and the protection of 3.2 million linear feet of stormwater pipes connecting more than 32,000 drainage inlets.

Within the Landscape Maintenance Unit you will be part of a team responsible for maintaining medians and rights-of-way throughout the City by trimming trees, bushes, and grass, and planting various trees and plants each season.

• Operating various types of small equipment and hand tools
• Performing unskilled or semi-skilled general maintenance
• Performing landscaping maintenance
• Selecting proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks
• Performing work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations
• Operating walk behind leaf machine for leaf collection
• Will be required to work extended hours on rotating shifts during leaf collection, emergencies, and inclement weather
  

Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED and one year of maintenance or customer service experience related to assignment

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Operating various types of small equipment
• Standard practices, methods, and materials relevant to your assigned work
• Identifying occupational hazards and applying relevant safety principles and practices
• Proficiency in discerning the uses and properties of supplies and equipment crucial to the tasks at hand
• Thorough understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations governing your work environment
• Follow directions and meet established performance standards
• Attention to detail in assignments completion of tasks
• Comprehension and application of information learned, underscoring your dedication to continuous learning
• Competent operation of assigned tools and equipment, reflecting your readiness to contribute effectively to the team's success

ADA and Other Requirements:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:
Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:
Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.