Facilities & Maintenance Gardener

CITY OF MARQUETTE

                                                                  Job Description

POSITION TITLE:              Facilities & Maintenance Gardener

REPORTS TO:                     Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor

EFFECTIVE DATE:           May 1, 2024

JOB CLASS CODE:             Seasonal /Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general supervision of the Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor, performs a wide variety of gardening tasks requiring thorough knowledge of plant and floral species. General maintenance of City garden beds located at various City facilities and properties.  Hours of work will be determined by the supervisor.  Seasonal employment is not to exceed six months.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following:

• Design, install and maintain seasonal plant gardens and flower beds


• Mow, trim and fertilize green spaces


• Mulch, edge and weed gardens


• Prune and trim bushes


• Monitor and maintain the health of plants


• Deal with pest problems that could damage plants


• Keep gardens and green spaces clear of debris and litter


• Exercise proper safety precautions in the performance of work, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, machine guards, and safe work procedures.


• Inspect equipment before use and monitor its performance.  Alert supervisor of possible malfunctions or maintenance issues.


• Operate City equipment in a safe, courteous manner using sound judgment at all times.


• Keep all equipment clean and organized.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Performs other related functions as assigned.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED

• Rakes, shovels and other hand tools used for gardening work.


• Power tools for yard work including weed whip, back-pack blower, leaf vac and blower, sod cutter, power edger, garden tiller, and portable irrigation system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Minimum two years’ previous experience as a gardener.


• Michigan State Extension Master Gardener Certificate or equivalent preferred.


• Familiarity with landscaping design.


• Extensive knowledge of regional plant life.


• Knowledge of local pests and proper treatments used to eliminate them.


• Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilizers.


• Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for landscaping.


• Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, public officials, the general public.

• A valid Michigan driver’s license and clean driving record.

• Knowledge of safe work practices and materials used.

• Knowledge and ability to operate a variety of hand tools and power equipment used in landscape maintenance.


• Must be at least 18 years of age to operate power tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to work outdoors in all types of climate and weather conditions. Ability to withstand temperature changes in the work environment.


• Physical strength and dexterity to perform work involving lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects.


• Occasional sitting and driving.


• Frequent standing, walking, bending, squatting, twisting, climbing and reaching.

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job.  The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this job description.