Parks Maintenance Technician III - Horticulture

Under the supervision of the Streetscape and Horticulture Supervisor, this role performs skilled design and maintenance work to maintain the City’s annual and perennial flower beds, shrub beds, and other landscaped areas for the City. The person exercises considerable independent judgment in the design and maintenance of the associated tasks, working with established departmental standards as well as City rules and regulations.

The position may require weekend and evening work and is required to assist with snow removal activities on an as needed basis.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Tuition Assistance
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Wellness Program
• Recreation Center Pass
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and 12 holidays

• Design and maintain City annual flower beds, perennial flower beds, shrub beds, right-of-way landscapes, medians, and other landscaped areas owned by the City.
• Support General Park and Cemetery maintenance as directed by Supervisor or Superintendent.
• Lead the activities of seasonal employees or temporary staffing (crew size of two (2)).
• Meet with city hired contractors to organize and communicate the expected completion of assigned projects.
• Keep current on new irrigation systems as it pertains to flowers, and shrubs, to ensure proper watering techniques are followed and irrigation repairs are completed with current technology.
• Operate tractors, pick-up trucks, backhoes, snow removal equipment, and rototillers; assist with routine maintenance and Parks Division equipment repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities.
• Inventory and order supplies and materials needed for specific jobs’ day-to-day planting, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Assist with snow removal activities by shoveling and plowing as needed.
• Other duties as required.

• High school diploma or equivalent educational credential.
• Three (3) years of full-time horticultural experience with operation of equipment used for horticulture required.
• Experience as a team lead or supervisor of seasonal staff is highly desirable.
• An equivalent combination of acceptable training, education and experience may be considered.

• Minimum age 18 years old.
• Current driver’s license in good standing with no major violations in the past three (3) years with the ability to obtain a Colorado Driver License within ninety (90) days of hire and must maintain good standing through employment.
• Special certifications for pesticide application, turf maintenance, or related certifications are required within six (6) months of hire (City will provide guidance toward completion).

• Knowledge of sustainable and pollinator friendly landscape maintenance best management practices.
• Knowledge of plants, soils, and general landscaping techniques.
• Knowledge of central control irrigation systems.
• Knowledge of the safe use and application of fertilizers and other chemicals.
• Skill in the safe operation of heavy equipment in rough, uneven, or slippery ground.
• Skill in routine operation and maintenance of landscaping equipment, power tools, and vehicles.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of occupational safety rules and protection.
• Knowledge of required departmental policies and procedures as well as City policies and procedures.
• Basic skill in computer navigation and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel.
• Moderate level skill in the ability to research information on the internet as it pertains to horticultural activities and modern techniques in the field.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide variety of individuals including the general public, contractors, volunteers, City staff, and others using City parks.
• Ability to supervise assigned seasonal or temporary staff members effectively.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions…