Gardener
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Description
Our Horticulture team is looking for Gardeners!
The City of Springfield is committed to working with the community to provide ethical and responsible services so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of living and working in Springfield. Public Grounds is responsible for the design, planning, planting, and management of vegetation along city right-of-ways, facility grounds and beautification projects within Springfield. Our primary goal is to effectively manage these areas of responsibility to provide a safe environment and a higher quality of life for our residents and visitors. This positions hours are Monday through Friday.
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Experience, Education, and Training
- Three years of work experience in arboriculture, horticulture, forestry, or a related field.
- Completion of 23 hours of horticulture, forestry or related coursework from an accredited college or university may be substituted for two years experience.
- Irrigation experience is preferred.
Licensing/Certification
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Must obtain and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with tanker and air brake endorsements, depending on assignment, within the following guidelines:
- Pass written portion of exam within 90 days of employment and skills test portion within the probationary period.
- Must possess or obtain a State of Missouri Certified Public Operator License in Ornamental and Turf category and a valid International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist certificate within the probationary period depending on assignment.
Functions
For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
Other Requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
