Landscape Maintenance Inspector (59105)

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge of:

• Perform routine inspections to identify leaks and damage and ensure proper irrigation system functions, maintenance, repair, and renovation.
• Strong understanding of landscape maintenance practices.
• Install new irrigation systems following established protocols.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose common irrigation system malfunctions.
• Working knowledge of basic renovation and repair skills (welding, carpentry, plumbing, Electrical) is preferred.

Ability to:

• Work with minimal supervision due to a thorough understanding of operational procedures and policies.
• Handle most situations independently, seeking occasional guidance from new or uncommon scenarios.
• Complete tasks without close oversight, with work reviewed for accuracy and policy adherence.
• Excellent communication and interpretation skills.
• Able to handle a variety of tasks with accuracy and efficiency. 

Note: JARPD prioritizes safety. • While this role involves basic plumbing and electrical tasks. You will always follow established safety protocols. The District will collaborate with licensed contractors when required for complex repairs.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Desired Skills & Experience

• High school diploma/GED and two (2) years experience using and operating tools and equipment used in grounds and building maintenance.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a supervisory/lead role in a commercial/institutional landscape management or design management environment.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Strong Communication skills are essential for this role.

• Effectively read, interpret, and apply information from various documents, including safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Clearly and concisely write routine reports, professional correspondence, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Confidently and effectively deliver information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Bilingual is a plus.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Basic math skills and the ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Apply concepts of introductory algebra and geometry.  

REASONING ABILITY

• Can identify and solve problems with clear steps and predictable outcomes using commonsense. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Driver’s License & Insurance:

• A valid California Driver’s License or California Identification Card
• First Aide/CPR Certification
• Current First Aid/CPR certification for infants, Children, and Adults is required.
• If you don’t currently hold this certification, you must obtain it within 60 days of the hire date.

Additional Certification (if applicable):

• Fertilizer, herbicides, and pesticides certification (if applicable)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Please note:  This section outlines the physical abilities and physical demands needed to perform the essential duties of this role. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these tasks.

Requirements:

• Use your hands: This includes handling, feeling, and manipulating objects, along with reaching with your hands and arms.
• Maintain various positions:  You will be expected to sit, stand, walk, grab, pull & push objects, stoop, kneel, crouch down, or crawl.
• Lift and carry objects: Occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs. is required, with regular lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Vision/Hearing: This includes close-up vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. The individual must be able to identify signs of distress in a variety of environments, using a combination of visual and auditory cues or alternative methods for awareness.
• Maintain balance: Climbing or balancing may be required for some tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

This section describes the typical work environment for this position. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Outdoor work: This role requires regular work outdoors, exposing you to various weather conditions.
• Wet and unpredictable conditions: Be prepared for frequent exposure to wet or humid environments.
• Varied work areas: Occasionally, you may need to work in high places, around fumes or airborne particles, in extreme heat, or with vibration.
• Noise level in the workplace is typically loud.
• Moving mechanical parts and risk of electrical shock.
• Toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Precarious places; explosive; risk of radiation

Please note: These are general overviews. Feel free to inquire if you have any questions about the work environment.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

Provided

• Gloves: For handling chemicals, sharp objects, or soiled equipment.
• Face Mask, Safety Goggles, Noise reducing ear protectors.
• Welder gear (if applicable): welding face shield, welding apron, welding gloves
• First-aid kit: Be prepared to administer basic first aid.

BENEFITS

• Medical Insurance – monthly premium paid 100% by the district for the employee (optional spouse and family coverage available at employee expense)
• Dental Insurance – monthly premium paid 100% by the district for the employee (optional spouse and family coverage available at employee expense)
• Vision Insurance – monthly premium paid 100% by the district for the employee (optional spouse and family coverage available at employee expense)
• Life Insurance for $25,000 - monthly premium paid 100% by the district for the employee (optional spouse and family coverage available at employee expense)
• California Public Retirement System (CalPERS) – membership determined by CalPERS criteria.
• Sick Leave – accrues each pay period, based on 80 hours worked per bi-weekly pay period, for 12 days per year.
• Vacation Leave – accrues each pay period, based on 80 hours worked per bi-weekly pay period as follows:
•       0 – 4 years      10 days
•       5 - 9 years       15 days
•       10 years         20 days
• Optional 9/80 work schedule after completion of probationary period.
• Telephone stipend of $40 per month.

Please note: This is a general job description, and specific duties and requirements may vary depending on the employer and the park or recreation facility.

Salary : $30 - $36