Landscape Specialist (Open Space Maintenance)

Position SummaryLead, 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. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional RequirementsEducation 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 experience in any combination of the following areas: parks maintenancelandscaping maintenancehorticulturegrounds maintenanceirrigation system repairOpen Space managementAdditional RequirementsPossession 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.

Preferred KnowledgePrinciples of plant health careOperations and activities of a median maintenance programPrinciples of Integrated Pest ManagementPrinciples of Temporary Traffic ControlPrinciples of leading and trainingAdvanced methods and techniques of plant maintenance and tree health careCare, operation and maintenance of a variety of specialized power tools and equipmentPrinciples of plant taxonomy and classificationSpecialized techniques of plant, tree and garden careProper watering techniques as applied to plant collectionsTechniques and procedures of irrigation system repair and maintenancePrinciples and procedures of basic plumbing and irrigation systemsSafe work practicesRestoration of native landscapesPole Planting techniquesSeeding techniques for native grasses and wildflowersControl pf exotic, invasive and noxious plant speciesPreferred Skills & AbilitiesEnsure health of plant collectionLead, organize and review the work of staff in an area of work assignedIndependently perform difficult horticultural maintenance dutiesInterpret and explain department policies and proceduresWork independently in absence of supervisorFacilitate teamworkIdentify criteria to care for and maintain a variety of plant lifeDesign, install, maintain and repair irrigation systemsOperate a variety of transport vehicles, mechanical equipment and power tools in a safe and effective mannerUnderstand and follow oral and written instructionsCommunicate clearly and conciselyPerform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodationEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of workCompliance with safety practices and proceduresUnderstand basic construction documents