Senior Landscape Technician - PT (Parks)

City of Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture is hiring for a Parks Maintenance Worker to operate specialized equipment and perform landscape management across city parks. You will handle mowing, planting, irrigation, and basic construction tasks to maintain turf and facilities.

The role requires knowledge of irrigation systems, ability to read chemical labels, and one to two years of related experience, with a valid Texas Class C license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years' experience in lawn care, maintenance, construction or horticulture.
• Valid Texas Operator's License, Class C.
• Ability to read chemical labels and mixing directions.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment for park maintenance and turf care.
• Perform landscape maintenance including mowing, planting and irrigation.
• Apply prescribed amounts of fertilizers and chemicals and maintain records.
• Coordinate seasonal staff and supervise small groups on projects.
• Prepare cost analyses and progress reports for site improvements.

Skills

Irrigation systems

Lawn care

Equipment operation

Record keeping

Chemical labels reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Operator's License, Class C

Tools

Backhoe operation

Front end loader operation

Chemical sprayers

Job description

**DEPARTMENT**Parks Recreation & Culture **SALARY**$17.09 - $21.36 **JOB SUMMARY** Under general supervision operates specialized equipment for the maintenance of park sites and 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 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)