Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for performing a variety duties supporting the grounds maintenance, repair, improvement and renovation of City facilities within medians and streetscapes in the public right of way; and/or open spaces; perform a variety of duties and technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Lead, plan, direct and participate in a variety of landscape and water conservation improvement projects for the beautification and maintenance of city properties within medians and streetscapes in the public right of way.
- Identify and evaluate proposed undeveloped areas for landscaping, beautification or wildflower renovation projects and prepare recommendation as to site selection, proper grading level, soil amendments, irrigation and plant material selection.
- Plan, direct and participate in the design, site development, set-up, planting, cultivation of new plants and thecare and maintenance of flowering plants for beautification and renovation projects; clean and maintain existing properties.
- Plan, direct, and participate in a variety of landscape and plant maintenance duties including weed identification and abatement, and plant care with respect to pesticide application, trimming, pruning, transplanting, and water assessment.
- Determine project and daily tasks and the sequence of tasks associated with horticultural maintenance; oversee and participate in the work of gardening or grounds keeping crew; follow through on completion of tasks.
- Train assigned crew in their areas of work including median and right of way maintenance and renovation, procedures and techniques.
- Verify the work of assigned crew for accuracy, proper work methods and techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
- Design, install, maintain and repair the irrigation system for city property improvements within right of way improvement projects; direct and participate in repairing existing irrigation systems as needed.
- Maintain inventory and operate of a variety of transport vehicles, tools and equipment; service and operate equipment used in grounds and gardening maintenance and irrigation installation and repair.
- Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within area of responsibility; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
- Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
- Maintain field records.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:- Participate in pest control operations.
- Maintain planted areas and surrounding areas.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Education directly related to the minimum requirements below may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.High school diploma or GED;
andFour (4) years experiencein any combination of the following areas:
- parks maintenance
- landscaping maintenance
- horticulture
- grounds maintenance
- irrigation system repair
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
Possession of a New Mexico Public Pesticide Applicator License Category 3A and 3B within six (6) months from date of hire.
Environmental: Field environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions; work in or with water; may travel site to site.
Physical:Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crawling; walking or standing for prolonged periods.
