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The purpose of this job is to design and maintain the City of Columbia’s parks, natural areas, trees, and landscape beds in accordance with landscaping principles and practices.

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance on trees in the park system by planting, pruning, mulching, watering, and administering disease treatments.
Performs maintenance on the landscape beds throughout the park system.
Performs irrigation installation, maintenance, and repairs.
Operates and maintains light and medium motorized equipment.
Diagnoses and corrects pest problems such as fungal diseases, weeds, and insect invasion.
Maintains records of pesticide applications as required by the Missouri Department of Agriculture for all types of pesticide applications.
Researches and procures materials, supplies, and equipment.
Maintains detailed and accurate records.
Provides customer service to patrons.
Trains staff and volunteers as assigned; conducts public outreach. Participates in continuing education and training as required.

Experience Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent. An associate or technical degree in Parks and Recreation, Horticulture, plant science, agronomy, or forestry management is strongly preferred.
1 to 3 years of experience in forestry, landscaping, grounds maintenance, plant nursery work, or related work.

Licenses or Certifications

Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no air brake restriction within 6 months of hire.
Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.
Missouri Pesticide License within 6 months of hire.
International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist accreditation preferred.

Benefits

Health insurance Dental Vision Tuition assistance Retirement Paid time off

Skill Sets

Working on a Team Working with Things

Behavioral Traits

Confidence Sociability Helpfulness Thoroughness Problem Solving

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