Job Details
Salary: $20.17 - $25.21 Hourly
Location : Addison, TX
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 24-00098
Department: Parks
Opening Date: 05/03/2024
Summary
Under general supervision, performs routine manual labor tasks in support of the activities and operations of the Parks Department.
Essential Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Uses manual equipment such as shovels, hoes, rakes and hand saws to perform general grounds maintenance including digging, raking, leveling, planting, fertilizing, spraying pesticides and pruning trees and shrubs.
- Drives pick-up trucks, tractors and other motor vehicles with heavy equipment attached; operates professional type spray equipment, push mowers, weed-eaters, edgers, chain saws and other equipment.
- Cleans and maintains equipment.
- Responsible to learn and follow all safety rules, regulations and requirements.
- May be asked to perform additional job duties that are directly, indirectly or completely unrelated to normal job functions in the course of presenting certain Town special events.
- Performs related duties as required or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines High school diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) year of landscape maintenance experience; experience operating light equipment used in maintenance is required, demonstrated ability to identify various plants and weeds is required; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relations with fellow employees, Town officials, and outside contracts. Safe driving record. Clear criminal background check and clear pre-employment drug screen.
Knowledge of: - Work safety practices, policies, and procedures.
- Materials and tools used to perform landscape maintenance.
Skill in:- Operating various hand and power tools in accordance with safety practices and procedures.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTSA valid Texas Driver's License is required. Minimum one year of exemplary in-house direct on the job training (in-house candidates only). Must possess one of the following certifications: Texas Certified Landscape Professional (TCLP), Texas Certified Nursery Professional (TCNP), Texas Water Smart Certification (TWSCP), Texas Department of Agriculture Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator License (TDA).
Supplemental Information ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTSRoutine schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Schedule may be modified if department needs arise. May be required to work overtime if needed.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTWork is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and requires moderate physical exertion and exposure to dangerous tools and equipment and hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Town of Addison is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. - Competitive compensation package and excellent benefits options for Medical, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and their dependents that will begin from date of hire. Medical premiums are as low as $5.00 per paycheck for employee only coverage and dental premiums are covered at 100% for employee only coverage. For complete details, refer to the Town's Human Resources Total Compensation page.
- Addison participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution with 14% Town contribution at retirement. Fully vested after 5 years.
- Optional deferred compensation 457 Plan with 2/3 Town matching contribution, up to 4% after new hire trial period.
- Tuition reimbursement program at 50% of tuition cost.