Landscape Maintenance Senior Technician

Job Description:

Landscape Maintenance Senior Technician

Description

What You'll Be Doing

Do you have a residential or commercial landscape maintenance background and are you looking for a career with excellent benefits including paid vacation days, holiday pay, accrued sick leave, medical benefits, 401K contribution and membership in one of the five best pension plans in the Country, according to S&P Global? If so, you may be the the one that Facilities and Field Services division of Wake County General Services Administration is looking to provide landscape maintenance services for Wake County properties as our Landscape Maintenance Senior Technician.

Primary Duties:

• Pick up and dispose of litter and debris
• Mow grass, edge turf areas, string trim edges of beds and turf areas adjacent to vertical items such as signposts and retaining walls
• Prune shrubbery
• Blow and disperse dirt, debris and collect leaves
• Provide emergency response clean up caused by strong winds or high waters
• Provide emergency response to adverse weather by removing snow and ice from Wake County parking lots, sidewalks and steps
• Apply de-icing materials and remove snow and ice with snowplows, power brooms, blowers, snow throwers and shovels
• Keep and maintain records of personal and team activities on electronic Wake County prescribed formats

NOTE: Due to the CDL nature of this position, this position must submit to random drug testing. A criminal background, credit and motor vehicle record check will be conducted.

About Our Team

General Services Administration (GSA) manages Wake County owned and leased facilities, the Wake County fleet, provides criminal justice support and supports several General Government business units. GSA is dedicated to ensuring safe, productive work environments and safe, reliable vehicles for our customers.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)

• High school diploma or GED
• Two years of experience in landscape maintenance
• Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
• Equivalent education and experience are accepted

• Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)

• Seven years of experience in commercial landscape operations in a role as a team lead or foreman
• NC Pesticide License
• NC CDL Driver’s License
• NC Stormwater Inspection Certification
• Industry certifications for Turf Management, Plant/Tree Management and Care or related technical training

How Will We Know You're 'The One'?

• Ability to lead team activities in a safe, effective and positive manner with a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of turf maintenance, plant and tree maintenance as well as pesticide use and application
• Ability to safely operate county vehicles, driving heavy duty trucks, pull commercial drive-on trailers and load equipment on and off trailers
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment in accordance with county policy and North Carolina Motor Vehicle laws such as commercial mowers, blowers, edgers, string trimmers, pruning tools of various types, chain saws and all common hand tools used in the trade
• Ability to perform equipment maintenance and minor repairs per the equipment manufacturers recommendations
• Knowledge of safety requirements related to grounds maintenance work, hearing conservation and all forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) required by OSHA Ability to follow all safety requirements while performing assigned tasks
• Ability to record and maintain electronic and paper records such as personal time sheets and team activities using provided web-based applications within Wake County prescribed formats
• Ability to use a Wake County credit card to conduct authorized county business in a professional and ethical manner
• Ability to respond to inclement weather emergencies and/or natural disasters by cleaning and clearing debris

About This Position

Location: GSA Field Services Center Raleigh, NC 27610

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 7:00am - 4:00pm

Hiring Range: 23.57 - 30.28

Market Range: 23.57 - 37.00

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled and may close at any time.

What Makes Wake Great

Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emergency Service Worker Statement

In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Salary:

23.57 - 30.28