Job Description

Position will be open until filled.

We are currently seeking:

A gardener to join our team and, under general supervision, perform general labor and maintenance of City public gardens, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing manual labor tasks in order to maintain clean, safe, attractive and user-friendly City public gardens; maintaining greenhouse, gardens, lawns, flower beds, and other cultivated areas as assigned; following all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents.
• Assisting with garden and greenhouse planting, soil preparations, and implementation of projects.
• Performing a variety of garden and grounds maintenance activities, including fertilizing, weed control, pest control, mowing, trimming and watering procedures.
• Cleaning up trash and debris; pruning and trimming bushes and flora; planting and extracting flowers and plant life; loading and hauling materials.
• Utilizing proper safety precautions in all work performed; reporting problems and emergency situations; recognizing, avoiding, and reporting unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Assuring that hazardous materials are cleaned up in a timely manner and controlled according to City policy and procedures.

• Hours: Monday through Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (30-minute lunch). May work weekends, holidays, and some over-time as needed.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Requirements and Skills:

• Operating and maintaining power and hand tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and prefer two years of general work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License with a good driving record is required.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Work is performed outdoors; Ability to perform strenuous labor for extended periods of time; work in extreme weather conditions as needed, and lift and carry up to 94 pounds.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.

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