Landscaper I/II+ - Public Works

Qualifications

LANDSCAPER I/II - PUBLIC WORKS

This recruitment is open until the position is filled.

First review of applications will occur on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Salary Range

Landscaper I: $27.26 - $36.25

Landscaper II: $29.98 - $39.88

This position is part of a flexible classification. Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including

• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution
  
  

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Department / Division

Public Works / Water Utilities

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

This position is classified as safety sensitive.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Job Number: RC# 902285

Description

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled work in the maintenance, repair, alteration and construction of Public Work assets including facilities, equipment, fixtures, landscapes and grounds.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Install, irrigate, weed, fertilize and maintain landscaped areas.
• Trim and prune trees and shrubs; stake trees as necessary.
• Maintain the Tempe's Xeriscape Demonstration Garden.
• Inspect all landscapes including those adjacent to Public Works assets (buildings, sidewalks, fences, roadways, alleyways, etc.) to ensure that plants and trees do not cause damage to assets.
• Rake and clear leaves and remove debris from Public Works landscaped areas, walkways, parking lots, roadways, alleyways and surrounding areas.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Work Experience

Landscaper I

Requires one (1) year of experience in gardening, horticulture or landscape maintenance, including the use of hand tools and power equipment. Experience in landscape/horticulture at public facilities; i.e., arts centers, museums, stadiums, theaters, parks, golf courses and water treatment plants is preferred.

Landscaper II

Requires two (2) years of experience in horticulture and landscape contract administration, irrigation system repair, including the use of hand tools and power equipment. Experience at public facilities; i.e., arts centers, museums, stadiums, theaters, parks, golf courses and water treatment plants is preferred.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant's full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education

Landscaper I and II

High school diploma, GED or equivalency.

Certifications, Licenses, And/or Registrations

Landscaper I

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Possession or required to obtain within one (1) year of hire, a professional landscape contractor certification.
• Possession of a valid Arizona Structural Pest Control Applicator's License for Pest Control (B1), Right-of-Way and Weed Control (B3) and Turf and Ornamental (B5), is preferred.
  
  

Landscaper II

• Possession of a valid driver's license.
• Possession of a professional landscape contractor certification.
• Possession of a valid Arizona Structural Pest Control Applicator's License for Pest Control (B1), Right-of-Way and Weed Control (B3) and Turf and Ornamental (B5).
  
  

Additional Requirements

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following

• Criminal history background investigation
• Post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
• Post offer/pre-employment physical
  
  

Essential Functions

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This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

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