Lead Landscape Technician - Irrigation & Grounds

Dallas College; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking a Landscaping Technician III to maintain campus grounds, oversee a team, and manage irrigation systems with CMMS documentation. The role emphasizes safety, training, and reliable upkeep of 5.5 million sq. ft.

of space across multiple sites. After six months, some positions may move to hybrid per policy; on-campus presence remains essential for academics. Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, Texas licenses, 5 years of landscaping experience, and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Licensed Pesticide Applicator and Licensed Irrigation Technician credentials or ability to obtain both within six (6) months of hire.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive landscaping experience; supervisory experience preferred.
• Valid Texas driver's license required.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the upkeep of college grounds, including mowing, edging, pruning, fertilizing, planting, and mulching.
• Diagnose and treat issues related to plant health, soil, and pests.
• Plan, assign, and review work tasks for landscaping staff, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Provide training and mentorship to enhance team skills and safety compliance.
• Monitor and evaluate staff performance, providing feedback and implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Prepare staff schedules and adjust as needed to meet project demands and seasonal requirements.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair irrigation systems to optimize water efficiency.
• Monitor irrigation schedules based on weather and environmental conditions.
• Document all work tasks, inventory usage, and maintenance schedules using a CMMS, with preference for experience using TMA.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and timely updates to systems.
• Lead installation projects and landscape renovations following college standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to address special landscaping needs for events and campus activities.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures, ensuring proper handling of tools, equipment, and chemicals.
• Conduct safety briefings and address risks identified during operations.
• Maintain adequate levels of tools, supplies, and materials, and manage procurement to prevent shortages.
• Actively participate in annual training, workshops, and certifications required by Dallas College.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.

Skills

Landscaping practices

Irrigation systems

CMMS

Safety standards

Landscaping equipment

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Diagnostics

Flexibility

Documentation

Physical stamina

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Pesticide Applicator license

Irrigation Technician license

5 years landscaping experience

Texas driver’s license

Tools

CMMS

TMA experience

Job description

Dallas College is seeking a Landscaping Technician III to maintain campus grounds, oversee a team, and manage irrigation systems with CMMS documentation. The role emphasizes safety, training, and reliable upkeep of 5.5 million sq. ft.

of space across multiple sites. After six months, some positions may move to hybrid per policy; on-campus presence remains essential for academics. Qualifications include high school diploma or GED, Texas licenses, 5 years of landscaping experience, and strong