Senior Landscape Technician - Park Operations (Parks)

City of Arlington; Owasso (OK); On-site; USD 23,543 - 29,425; Full time

Job summary

A local government agency in Owasso seeks a Senior Landscape Technician to operate specialized equipment for park maintenance and manage landscape tasks. Responsibilities include mowing, planting, and applying chemicals to ensure healthy plants and turf. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and 1-2 years of relevant experience. This full-time position offers a salary range of $17.09 - $21.36 per hour.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles, procedures, tools, and equipment used in landscape maintenance.
• Skill in operating various lawn care and maintenance equipment.
• Experience in horticulture or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment for park maintenance.
• Perform landscape management tasks including mowing and planting.
• Apply fertilizers and pest control chemicals accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of landscape management

Ability to operate specialized equipment

Skill in irrigation system maintenance

Ability to read chemical labels

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Senior Landscape Technician - Park Operations (Parks) page is loaded## Senior Landscape Technician - Park Operations (Parks)locations: Parks North Districttime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 13 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101005**SALARY:** $17.09 - $21.36 per hour**JOB SUMMARY:** Under general supervision operates specialized equipment for the maintenance of park sites and golf course grounds, performs landscape management tasks and applies prescribed amounts of fertilizers and chemicals for pest control and healthy plants/turf.**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:*** Operate specialized equipment for the maintenance of park sites and golf course grounds including but not limited to specialized mowing equipment, chemical sprayers, backhoe, front and end loader and various implements utilized in care of large turf areas as well as maintain and perform minor adjustments to the equipment.* Perform maintenance type duties to golf courses and park sites including construction and repair of buildings, shelters, playgrounds, concrete/asphalt, retaining walls, landscape improvements, drainage systems, etc.* Perform landscape management tasks such as mowing and trimming of turf grass areas, installation and care of plant materials including flowers, trees and ground cover.* Apply prescribed amounts of fertilizers and chemicals for pest control and healthy plants/turf as well as maintain accurate application records.**OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:*** Ability to coordinate activities of seasonal employees and other small groups in the care and maintenance of facilities and during special projects.* Ability to install irrigation systems and perform preventative maintenance to irrigation system and controllers.* Ability to monitor daily progress of landscaped areas by inspecting plants and turf for insects, diseases, weeds, desiccation, etc., and recognize any problems that may be detrimental to health of plant/turf, playing conditions and facility safety.* Ability to prepare and maintain records such as cost analysis for site improvement project, project progress report, work performed, and equipment utilized, fuel usage, etc.**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:* Knowledge of principles, procedures, tools and equipment used in carpentry, plumbing, mechanical and electrical work.* Skill in determining irrigation problems, maintaining irrigation systems, repairing and installing irrigation systems. Skill in the maintenance of flowering annuals, shrubs, trees, roses, etc.* Ability to read chemical labels and mixing directions of insecticides, herbicides and other pesticides rates/types.**Qualifying Education and Experience:*** A High School Diploma or GED, plus one (1) to two (2) years' experiences in lawn care, maintenance, construction or horticulture.* Possession of a valid Texas Operator's License, Class C.**Pre-Employment Screenings:*** Criminal background check* Physical and Human Performance Evaluation (HPE)* Drug and alcohol testing* Motor vehicle review (MVR)City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.### Introduce YourselfIf you do not find a job that suits your experience, we welcome you to introduce yourself so Human Resources may be able to guide you to other opportunities.