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Senior Facilities Landscaper
SALT LAKE CITY CORP —Salt Lake City, UT
- $20.91 - $27.55 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance

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Senior Facilities Landscaper
SALT LAKE CITY CORP —Salt Lake City, UT
Degree (A.S. or B.S.) in botany, horticulture, plant science or a related field from an accredited institution. Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
$20.91 - $27.55 an hour

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Senior Facilities Landscaper

SALT LAKE CITY CORP -
Salt Lake City, UT

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Job Details

Full-time
$20.91 - $27.55 an hour

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Commercial truck driving
Writing skills
Planting (gardening technique)
Tree planting
Pest control chemical handling
Crew management
Delegation
Managing horticultural teams

Full Job Description

Position Title:

Senior Facilities Landscaper

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Responsible for the design and installation of plants and flowers in planting areas as well as overall general grounds maintenance of the central and Sugarhouse business districts. Supervises crews performing landscaping, mowing, planter maintenance, fertilizing and grounds maintenance. Recommends and takes action to remedy plant diseases and problems. Performs specialized tasks necessary for the proper planting, maintenance, and removal of trees, shrubs, and other vegetation on property owned and maintained by Salt Lake City Corporation.

Position Salary Range:

$20.91 - $27.55

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

Health Insurance
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

IMPORTANT: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.

Key Responsibilities:

As a lead worker, supervises crews of both permanent and seasonal employees. Makes work assignments and ensures the completion of projects. Motivates employees on crews. Assists in training new or seasonal personnel on work assignments as needed.
Designs planting beds with the appropriate flowers and shrubs. Assists in establishing proper care and maintenance schedules, including but not limited to the weeding, trimming, spraying, planting, transplanting, fertilizing, etc., of a variety of plants and flowers. Carries out these schedules as assigned
Determines appropriate mowing, irrigation, fertilizing and other ground's maintenance schedules. Operates and uses various types of specialized equipment such as chain saw, spraying equipment, etc., in addition to various trucks, loaders, and heavy equipment as required.
Operates various types of vehicles, equipment and irrigation systems necessary to successfully complete assigned tasks. Responsible for the preventive maintenance, minor repairs and adjustment to ensure the proper operation and safe efficient use.
Oversees the proper mixing and application of fertilizers, herbicides and other chemicals used in the care and maintenance of turf and landscaped areas.
May work as a snow fighter to ensure sidewalks, bus shelters and crossings are free of snow and ice. Will be required to operate small snow plows and/or broom, blowers, backhoes, or other similar equipment as needed.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of ground's maintenance or landscaping experience. One year experience must be in a supervisory capacity.
Working knowledge of the methods and practices used in grounds maintenance and landscaping. Knowledge of the various types of trees, shrubs, flowers etc., and the proper methods, techniques, and practices.
Experience in the design and arrangement of planting beds, flowers and shrubs that is appropriate and appealing to the eye and the area.
Working knowledge of the various types of equipment and tools used in ground's maintenance and landscaping.
Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or ability to obtain a CDL within six months.
Possession of a Pesticide Applicator’s License with one or more of the following endorsements or the ability to obtain one within six months. Ornamental and Turf Pest Control, Vertebrate Animal Pest Management, Aquatic (Surface Water) Pest Control or any endorsements relating to the employees job assignment(s).
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with individual of a diverse background.
Ability to operate various hand and power tools as required in the specified trade. Ability to operate heavy equipment may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Moderately heavy physical activity required to push, pull or lift medium weights. Difficult working positions. Required to stand, walk or sit uncomfortably for extended periods. Exposure to weather extremes, noise, dust, fumes, etc. are routine.
Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree (A.S. or B.S.) in botany, horticulture, plant science or a related field from an accredited institution.
Familiarity with basic computer applications.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$20.91 - $27.55

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

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