Landscape Technician

Department: General Services / Two Rivers Park

Position Control Number: 0605-002

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, the position is eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation: This position is designated as safety-sensitive.

Random Drug/Alcohol Test: Yes

Opening Date: February 06, 2025

Closing Date: February 20, 2025 at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job. The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time. Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress. Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for the design and maintenance of the landscaped areas and grounds surrounding County buildings and Garden Center.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains all plants within the landscaped areas of County buildings ensuring adequate amounts of fertilizer, insecticides, herbicides, and water are applied.
• Selects and purchases plants for landscaping around County buildings based on the amount of sunlight, shade, drainage, and availability of water.
• Positions plants, trees, flowers, shrubs, etc., ensuring optimal health of plants, beauty, and functional usage.
• Maintains lawns surrounding County buildings and at Garden Center using lawnmowers, weed-eaters, and blowers.
• Prunes trees, shrubs, bushes, etc. as needed at appropriate times of the year.
• Purchases appropriate fertilizer, insecticides, herbicides, and other needed chemicals to maintain plant life.
• Removes leaves, branches, and other debris from County grounds.
• Cuts branches and plants using hand tools.
• Maintains records of all chemicals applied to plant life on County grounds.
• Obtains soil samples on a periodic basis from County Extension Services; maintains a log of results of all soil samples.
• Assess water and drainage needs for the landscaped area; determine the appropriate draining system and needed water supply for the area.
• Designs landscaping on County grounds including flowerbeds, plant boxes, walk areas, etc.
• Maintains rose garden fountain ensuring proper functioning.
• Conducts routine maintenance of lawn maintenance power equipment as needed.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains sprinkler systems in landscaped areas.
• Maintains the inventory of all equipment, tools, and chemicals used in landscape maintenance.
• Conducts proper winterizing of plants to ensure survival through cold weather.
• Assigns and supervises the work of two to four inmates performing landscaping duties.
• Picks up inmates and supplies in County vehicles as needed.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs other related duties as required.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED: None

WORKING CONDITIONS: Duties are performed primarily outdoors with exposure to a variety of types of weather conditions. Requires occasional travel to other areas of the County.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• • Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, and theories of horticulture, landscape design, and grounds maintenance.
  • Considerable knowledge of the design and maintenance of water supply and drainage systems.
  • Considerable knowledge of the chemicals used in weed and insect control and fertilization.
  • Considerable knowledge of basic mathematics.
  • Good knowledge of grounds maintenance and upkeep.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to maintain an accurate recordkeeping system of plant care and inventory.
  • Ability to safely mix chemicals used in weed and insect control.
  • Ability to analyze the area to be landscaped and make effective recommendations.
  • Ability to diagnose plant growth problems or plant diseases.
  • Ability to direct the work of others.
  • Ability to attend work regularly and reliably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • Ability to bend, stoop, and crouch when planting, weeding, weed-eating, or similar duties.
  • Ability to lift and carry loads up to 50 pounds.
  • Visual acuity is needed to detect discoloration of growth problems in plants and to assess the condition of the grounds.
  • Ability to walk and push a lawnmower to cut grass.
  • Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
  • Ability to concentrate for long periods of time.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of high school or GED equivalency with advanced training in landscaping and horticulture; considerable work experience with plant care, landscape design, and maintenance, or a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, motor vehicle report, and a pre-employment job-related physical.

In addition to pre-employment checks, employees who operate county vehicles are required to undergo an annual motor vehicle report.

This position is safety-sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Must possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas Driver's License.

Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact humanresources@pulaskicounty.net or call (501) 340-6110.

Job posted for the employer by: Workforce Connections, Arkansas Department of Commerce.

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