Turf & Landscape Lead for City Parks

City of Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

457 B deferred compensation plan

Pension plan

Flexible spending account

Home purchase assistance

12 paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Savannah is seeking a Turf and Landscape Specialist - Crew Chief to maintain turf and landscapes in downtown city parks and facilities. This role requires applying pesticides, laying sod, pruning, and supervising a crew to ensure high-quality grounds care.

Responsibilities include supervising planting and transplanting, operating related equipment, diagnosing turf and pest problems, and coordinating with city crews.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with turf/landscape vocational training.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in landscape maintenance or related fields.
• State Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Category 24.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turf and landscape in City parks and facilities.
• Apply pesticides with appropriate equipment.
• Lay sod, plant annuals, perennials, bulbs, and manage top dressing.
• Prune hedges and supervise transplanting of trees and flowers.
• Design and install flower beds; oversee irrigation.
• Supervise a crew and coordinate with departments.

Skills

Turf maintenance

Landscape maintenance

Pesticide application

Crew supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational turf/landscape training

Tools

Pesticide sprayers

Lawn maintenance equipment

Irrigation systems

Job description

The City of Savannah is seeking a Turf and Landscape Specialist - Crew Chief to maintain turf and landscapes in downtown city parks and facilities. This role requires applying pesticides, laying sod, pruning, and supervising a crew to ensure high-quality grounds care.

Responsibilities include supervising planting and transplanting, operating related equipment, diagnosing turf and pest problems, and coordinating with city crews.