Right of Way Crew leader

The City of Missouri City, known as the “Show Me City,” is committed to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through sustainable, attractive, and well-maintained public spaces. This full‑time, non‑exempt position within the Urban Forestry Division of the Parks and Recreation Department supports that mission by implementing daily right‑of‑way maintenance and beautification across the city.

The individual in this role will contribute directly to the care and appearance of Missouri City’s urban landscape, ensuring it reflects the pride and values of the community.

Reporting Relationship:
City Forester

• Operates and conducts routine maintenance of forestry and landscaping equipment; including but not limited to: chainsaws, weed trimmers, blowers, stump grinders, augers, chippers, aerial lifts, spray and water tankers, tree spades, tractors, excavators, and City vehicles.
• Maintains and monitors City‑owned right of ways, landscape areas, and urban forest areas; including but not limited to: clearing obstacles and debris, weed and pest control, planting, pruning, mulching, pressure washing, painting, and irrigation system repairs.
• Provides field supervision of the Right of Way Crew; train, assign, evaluate and discipline a crew of technicians.
• Assists with special projects, programs and events as needed.
• Able to work flexible work hours, including nights and weekends.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Subject to 24‑hour recall, including weather‑related incidents and emergency operations.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License.
• Four (4) years of professional experience in landscaping, maintenance, arboriculture, or construction.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferred.
• Must possess at least two of the following certifications:
  International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist
  , Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) Pesticide Applicator License
  , Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Licensed Irrigation Technician or Irrigator
  , Texas Nursery & Landscape Association (TNLA) Landscape Associate or Landscape Professional Certification
  , or National Recreation & Parks Society (NRPA) Certified Parks & Recreation Professional
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• Proficiency and certificates for at least three of the following types of equipment: tractor, excavator, skid steer, brush chipper, stump grinder, aerial lift, dump truck.

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.