Hiring: Leaders in Landscaping
City of Detroit - General Services Department is seeking talented, detail-oriented, self-motivated leaders to join its team!
Thursday, November 7, 2019 - 4PM to 6PM
Clark Park Recreation Center 1130 Clark Ave., Detroit, MI 48209
Tuesday, November 12, 2019 - 4PM to 6PM
Davison Yard 8221 W. Davison, Detroit MI 48238
The City of Detroit – General Services Department is hosting Leaders in Landscaping, a networking event. Come learn about employment opportunities for experienced landscape professionals and the exciting projects you could be a part of.
Available Positions:
Pay Range $28,496.00 - $40,765.00
- Park Maintenance Worker
- Park Maintenance Sub-Foreman
- Park Maintenance Foreman
- Park Maintenance Supervisor
Brief outline of daily responsibilities:
- Lead/Supervise, organize and direct the work of others
- Prioritize multiple tasks and projects
- Proper use of tools, materials, and equipment used in grounds maintenance and landscaping work
- Manage data collection and submit reports regularly
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience in effectively leading teams
- Possess demonstrated ability to lead/supervise crew(s) engaged in the upkeep of parks, playgrounds, parkways, medians, boulevards and athletic fields
- Working knowledge of natural landscape and plant care best practices
- Skilled with operating a personal computer and utilizing common office software (not required at Park Maintenance Worker level)
- High school graduation or G.E.D
- Valid State of Michigan Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification Category 6 (not required for Park Maintenance Worker at time of hire)
- Valid State of Michigan Operators License
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For additional information, please email: [email protected]