SR LANDSCAPE MAINT WORKER

SR LANDSCAPE MAINT WORKER

Salary

$67,683.20 - $85,259.20 Annually

Location

500 Railroad Ave., Boulder City, NV

Job Type

Full Time

Department

PUBLIC WORKS ADMIN

Division

LANDSCAPING

Opening Date

10/12/2026

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Max Number of Applicants

50

• Description
• Benefits

PURPOSE

This recruitment is limited to the first 50 qualified applications received, and will close without notice once that limit has been reached. This announcement may be used to fill future vacancies in this classification for up to one (1) year from the date of posting.

This position performs the more complex and difficult work in the maintenance of parks and other landscaped areas and related facilities. Serves as a lead worker of a landscape maintenance crew. This class represents the journey working level. It is distinguished from the Landscape Maintenance Worker by its responsibility for providing lead direction to a landscape maintenance crew in accomplishing specific and assigned tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This description is intended to indicate the essential functions and levels of work difficulty of the position and is not intended to describe in detail all of the positions specific duties and responsibilities nor exclude other duties of similar level or difficulty.? Additionally, it is not intended to limit managements rights to assign, direct, and control the work of employees beyond the essential functions under their supervision.

Provides support guidance to landscape maintenance workers including organizing tasks, demonstrating proper procedures, monitoring adherence to City policies, referring unresolved issues to the supervisor.

Guides landscape maintenance workers in the preparation and application of insecticides, fungicides, pesticides and herbicides to control weed growth and plant infestation.

Operates the more complex power-driven equipment used in park maintenance.

Fertilizes lawns and plants in City parks and landscaped areas.

Plants annual, perennial and bulb flowers in planters, medians and other landscaped areas.

Mows lawns in City parks and landscaped areas using gang mowers.

Prunes and trims trees, and removes dead trees using handsaws, chain saws, clippers and ladder trucks.

Performs routine maintenance and care of grounds keeping equipment and tools.

Plants new or replacement trees, shrubs, or turf throughout the Citys parks system and landscaped areas.

Maintains work records as required.

Maintains irrigation sprinklers by cleaning and adjusting heads, digging up and repairing broken lines and altering automatic controls as necessary.

Operates manual sprinkler systems at designated points to irrigate parks and other landscaped areas.

Installs and assists in the repair of irrigation systems.

Utilizes specialized equipment for leveling and grading landscaped areas.

Irrigate designated turf and landscaped areas with remote systems or standalone controllers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent. Three (3) years of experience performing park or landscape maintenance work. Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered.

Possession of or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment a valid Class B State of Nevada Motor Vehicle Operator's License with tanker endorsement.

Must possess or haveability to obtain within twelve (12) months of appointment, forklift certification, and Nevada Restricted Pesticide Applicators Certificate.

All required licenses and certifications are conditions of employment. Required licenses and certifications must remain valid and in effect throughout incumbency.

Must pass a nationwide fingerprint-based record check, and a wants/warrants check.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of proper methods of operating power-driven construction equipment such as dump trucks; proper use and care of tools and materials used in the repair, construction and maintenance of parks; planting techniques and planting and fertilizing materials; methods for trimming and pruning trees; procedures and techniques of pesticide and herbicide application; safe working practices.

Skill in using personal computers, facsimile machines, and telephones; using heavy equipment, such as water truck and dump truck.

Ability to provide instructions and guidance to subordinate employees engaged in grounds maintenance work; diagnose problems in parks as they impact grounds maintenance such as tree and turf diseases and insect infestation; operate medium power-driven equipment; perform manual work such as digging, raking, sweeping and hoeing; lift and/or move heavy objects; keep simple records; communicate effectively with others verbally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and follow written and verbal instructions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Supervisory classification: No

Safety Sensitive: Yes

May be required to work an alternative or flexible work schedule, outside of normal business hours, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or extended hours.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

General Physical Requirements 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. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted.

Mental Activities Upholding ethical standards and practices. Making decisions that align with City's values and ethics. Maintaining focus on tasks over extended periods. Avoiding distractions in a busy environment. Understanding written documents and instructions. Interpreting and applying information from various sources. Using specific software or equipment. Understanding technical information relevant to the job. Prioritizing workload effectively. Conveying information effectively. Active listening and articulating thoughts clearly. Guiding and motivating a team. Delegating tasks and responsibilities. Planning and envisioning future goals. Developing long-term strategies.

Physical Activities The worker performs physically demanding manual work in climbing, crouching, grasping, handling, kneeling, reaching, and stooping; lifting, pushing or pulling heavy objects; and operating motor driven rotary mowers and other power equipment.

Visual Acuity The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment; to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes; visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations of facilities or structures.

Working Conditions The worker is subject to adverse weather conditions, toxic agents, hazards associated with the operation of various motor driven and handheld power tools and equipment.

The City of Boulder City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. The City of Boulder City encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Medical Insurance - Provided through Teamsters Trust and the City pays 100% of the employee's premium.

Dental Insurance - Provided through Teamsters Trust and the City pays 100% of the employee's premium.

Vision Insurance - Provided through Teamsters Trust and the City pays 100% of the employee's premium.

Rx Insurance - Provided through Teamsters Trust and the City pays 100% of the employee's premium.

Life Insurance - $25,000 provided through Standard Insurance Company. The City pays 100% of the premium. You may elect to purchase additional life insurance through our approved vendors.

Retirement - 36.75% of your salary provided through the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). The City of Boulder City provides an Employer Pay Contribution Plan (EPC). Under this pre-tax plan, the employer pays the PERS contribution on your behalf. Future PERS increases are split between the City and the employee through a salary reduction in lieu of a pay raise.

Holidays - Twelve and a half (12.5) holidays, and one (1) floating holiday per calendar year.

Deferred Compensation Plan - The City offers a 457 Plan, a government deferred compensation plan similar to a 401(k) plan.

Annual Leave - Hours accrued each year:

Date of Hire to one year of eligible employment: 80 Hours

One year of eligible employment to ten consecutive years of eligible employment: 120 hours

Ten consecutive years of eligible employment to fifteen years of eligible employment: 160 hours

More than fifteen consecutive years of eligible employment: 200 hours

Sick Leave - Accrual is at the current rate of 10 (ten) hours per month.

Social Security - Not deducted from your income, as you will belong to the regular Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) with the State of Nevada. Your portion of the Medicare tax will be deducted from your pay, along with federal withholding.

NOTE: Benefits subject to change.

Employer City of Boulder City, NV

Address 401 California Ave

Boulder City, Nevada, 89005

Website http://www.bcnv.org/careers