Landscape Worker

Landscape Worker I

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance of park grounds, athletic fields, landscaping, and open spaces (undeveloped land including green space, medians, streets, lots, etc.).
• Operate a variety of tools, equipment, and vehicles in the operation, repair, and maintenance of City parks, beaches, athletic fields, and open spaces.
• Work under close supervision with minimal latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

• High school diploma or GED; supplemented by some experience in parks, grounds, and/or facility maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license with satisfactory driving record throughout employment.
• First aid, CPR, and AED certifications within three (3) months of hire.
• Certified Arborist, Commercial Landscape Maintenance Applicator, and/or Ornamental and/or Certified Horticulture Professional designations preferred; may be required to obtain additional formal industry certification(s) based on area of assignment.
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) certification or obtain within one year of employment.

Veteran's Preference Applies: The City of Hallandale Beach values the service that veterans and their family members have given to our country, and as such, proactively recruits and hires veterans and qualified spouses to the greatest extent possible. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post-secondary educational requirements.

To obtain veteran's preference, applicants must submit a copy of separation papers (DD214), Veterans’ Preference Certification form and meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by the Florida Statutes.