Roads Landscape Maintenance Worker I na Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, AZ

About the Department

Definition:Under direct supervision of the Roads Landscape Maintenance Supervisor, performs the maintenance and repair of roadside hardscape, landscape and irrigation facilities, as well as weed management.  Participates in roadside landscape maintenance tasks using various tools and equipment to clean, maintain, and repair landscaping within public rights-of-way and roadways.  Works in a variety of weather conditions while maintaining public safety and removing hazards.  This position is treated as a FLSA non-exempt and considered a Driving position.

Distinguishing Features:   The Roads Landscape Maintenance Worker I is an entry-level class in the Roads Landscape Maintenance Worker series and is distinguished from the Roads Landscape Maintenance Worker II which requires a higher skill level, greater experience, ability to work independently, and the requirement for a Certified Applicator License.

Essential Functions:   (Essential functions may vary among positions, but may include the following tasks, knowledge, ability, skill, and other characteristics.  This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions in this classification.)

Position Duties

1. Performs landscape maintenance activities for roadside hardscape, landscape, irrigation, and weed management within the Community.  Performs various landscaping duties within the right of way such as trimming trees and shrubs, sweeping sidewalks, removing trash and debris, and managing or removing weeds.
2. Safely operates a variety of landscape maintenance tools and equipment such as sprayers, sweepers, mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, chain saws, etc.
3. Observes and advises supervisor of vegetation and other hazards that could affect the visibility of signage, vehicular sight visibility, clear zone, or block drainage structures.
4. Performs inspections of roadside hardscape, landscape and irrigation assets such as sidewalks, walls, decorative pavement, benches, plants, irrigation lines, controllers, etc.  Clearly documents and reports any deficiencies.
5. Performs basic maintenance and inspections of equipment.  Conducts daily walk around inspection of equipment prior to use to ensure that it is operating safely and properly.  Cleans and services equipment after use. Reports any mechanical or operational problems to the supervisor.
6. Installs appropriate traffic control devices and performs flagging for work zones.
7. Performs other job-related duties and special assignments as required.

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. 
• Knowledge of basic maintenance principles, concepts, methods, techniques, and practices for various types of roadside hardscape, landscape, and irrigation facilities.
• Knowledge of native plants on SRPMIC and proper practices for their care.
• Knowledge of basic tools and equipment used in landscape maintenance, including basic operation and maintenance.
• Knowledge of applicable safety practices and requirements. 

• Skill in the basic use and operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in landscape maintenance and repair. 
• Skill in performing preventive maintenance needed on equipment operated.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions. 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other staff and the public. 

• Ability to safely operate a variety of tools and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Ability to perform skilled and semi-skilled tasks involving maintenance of roadside landscaping and irrigation facilities.
• Ability to lift, move, and carry equipment, tools, material, and other heavy objects (weighing 50 pounds or more) for long distances (more than 20 feet) and to otherwise physically perform and complete work related tasks.
• Ability to work for extended periods performing activities which require stooping, reaching, lifting, bending, and standing.
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the elements. 
• Ability to maintain detailed work logs and document time, materials, and equipment used to carry out work orders.
• Ability to effectively work with co-workers.
• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with supervisors, staff, and customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions including work orders.
• Ability to use a personal computer to complete leave requests, training, and other basic tasks.
• Ability to obtain Basic Work Zone Traffic Control/Flagger certification.
• Ability to obtain a Worker Protection Standard card for pesticide application.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience: Graduation from high school or GED and a minimum of one (1) year full-time work experience in the maintenance and repair of roadside hardscape, landscape and irrigation facilities, or a closely related field.

Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would allow the candidate to satisfactorily perform the duties of this position, will be considered.

Underfill Eligibility: An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position may be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Other Qualifications

• Special Requirements: Requires working after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed. 
• Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualified Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods: 

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

Documentation must be received by position closing date. 

TheIHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted. 

Your Tribal ID/CIB must be submitted to HR-Recruitment-Two Waters.