Streetscapes Horticultural Worker
City of Fort CollinsHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- Unrestricted valid driver's license.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Strong situational awareness and safety mindset.
- Experience in horticultural maintenance or landscaping.
- Knowledge of plant, weed, and pest identification.
- Ability to operate and maintain various equipment including utility vehicles and hand tools.
Benefits
- Potential for paid personal time and paid holidays.
- Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal and financial assistance.
- Wellness program and access to workout facilities.
- Personal and professional learning opportunities plus potential for career mobility.
- Collaborative work environment.
- Gift card drawings for participating in Safety and Wellness programs.
- Discounted Golf Green Fees.
- Discounted passes to City Recreation facilities.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided.
- Mentoring by experienced Park professionals.
- Training opportunities to expand educational background.
We are a full-service municipality that operates under the Council / Manager form of government. The City structure is organized around five service areas including: Internal Services; Financial Services; Police Services; Utilities Services; and Community Services. Located in northern Colorado, Fort Collins is home to Colorado State University and an outstanding public school system. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins offers exciting recreational opportunities, unique cultural offerings, and is a regional center for employment and shopping. Throughout the year, live music and entertainment, as well as great local dining, can be found throughout the historic downtown area. Fort Collins offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a larger city. If you are seeking the Colorado lifestyle and a community in which you can reinvent and reinvigorate yourself then Fort Collins is your city.