Landscaping Maintenance Technician - Transportation

Joining our Transportation Maintenance Division will provide an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in the maintenance of critical infrastructure such as sidewalks, curb and gutter, asphalt, and storm drains.

As a member of our 218 person staff, you will contribute to maintenance of 1,130 miles of streets and sidewalks; the upkeep of over 33,000 curb ramps; and the protection of 3.2 million linear feet of stormwater pipes connecting more than 32,000 drainage inlets.

Within the Landscape Maintenance Unit you will be part of a team responsible for maintaining medians and rights-of-way throughout the City by trimming trees, bushes, and grass, and planting various trees and plants each season.

As a member of our team, in addition to your salary, you can expect:

• Team Environment: You will contribute to our sense of community and teamwork where collaboration is encouraged
• Paid Training and Development: You will obtain certifications and skill development to provide you a sustainable career rather than just a job
• Career Advancement Opportunities: You will have internal opportunities to improve your job grade or transition into one of many specialized roles within our organization
• Diversity of Tasks: Your assignments will remain interesting and challenging due to the variety of tasks and number of variables from one task to the next
• Stable Work Hours: You will have a predictable work schedule, and most overtime opportunities are voluntary
• Job Security: As a municipal employee, your services will be essential resulting in stable, secure employment
• Health and Retirement Benefits: Your comprehensive benefits will be outstanding and represent a substantial contribution toward your health, well-being, and continued employment with our team
• Paid Time Off and Holidays: You will receive generous paid leave and holidays, providing a better work-life balance and providing you the assurance that we value you as an employee

Primary duties will include: Hauling and transporting grounds equipment, staff, and supplies to job sites; properly maintaining grounds including trees, and shrubs by mowing, vacuuming, fertilizing, trimming, pruning, etc., including medians along major thoroughfares and I-440; operating a dump truck with a walk-behind leaf machine attachment during leaf collection; operating a dump truck with snow removal equipment during inclement weather; performing regular service and maintenance on grounds equipment; assisting other maintenance personnel with completion of assigned duties; completing and maintaining required records and reports; other street maintenance related duties may be assigned as needed.

At 3 Months: You will complete your basic Orientation and Safety Training, you will learn equipment-specific safety protocols, And if you do not already have your CDL license, you will have obtained your permit and be moving towards your license. You will also be learning the basic functionalities of the assigned equipment and demonstrating the ability to perform pre-operation equipment checks. Finally, you will learn to effectively communicate with team members and supervisors as well as understanding and following instructions from experienced operators.

At 6 Months: If you do not already have your CDL license, you will have completed and obtained your CDL license with all required endorsements. You will learn to handle more complex tasks and scenarios with assigned equipment. You will gain the necessary experience to respond appropriately to unexpected challenges during operations. You will increase the speed and efficiency of equipment operations. Finally, you will learn to accurately and efficiently document the equipment, labor, and materials utilized during maintenance activities.

At 9 Months: You will develop a deeper understanding of equipment capabilities and limitations. You will be working seamlessly with other team members, coordinating tasks efficiently.

At One Year: You will continue your own personal improvement and actively seek further training opportunities. You will be able to contribute ideas for process improvements to enhance overall efficiency. Finally, you will participate in your annual performance reviews and feedback sessions with supervisors to help set your personal development goals for the following year.

• Operating various types of heavy equipment
• Performing unskilled or semi-skilled general maintenance
• Selecting proper maintenance tools and equipment for tasks
• Performing work following established safety policies and procedures and applicable codes and regulations
• Performing landscaping maintenance
• Operating automated or walk behind leaf machine for leaf collection
• Inspecting and maintaining tools and equipment by changing out worn or damaged parts, monitoring safe operational use, and/or cleaning equipment
• Inspecting facilities and structures; identifying and documenting required repairs
• Will be required to work extended hours on rotating shifts during leaf collection, emergencies, and inclement weather

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's license with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tanker Endorsement

Knowledge of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
• Basic mathematical concepts.
• Basic filing and record-keeping principles.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations (based on assignment).
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology.

Skill In:

• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Providing attention to detail in assignments.
• Performing routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Proofreading and error correction.
• Monitoring and maintaining required supplies, materials and inventory.
• Performing basic math calculations.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment.
• Organizing and maintaining records and files.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards (based on assignment).
• Providing customer service.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ADA and Other Requirements

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); and frequent exposure to intense noise.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.