Maintenance Technician II - 955/Horticulture
Posting Details
Applicant View of Posting
Posting Number
4333P
Position Title
Maintenance Technician II - 955/Horticulture
Department
Parks & Recreation
Job Code
02398
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Union Code/Affiliation
Local 955
Division
PMC
Job Description Summary
The purpose of this job is to design and maintain the City of Columbia's parks, natural areas, trees, and landscape beds in accordance with landscaping principles and practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
Supervisory Responsibilities
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
Fiscal Responsibility
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
Licenses or Certifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:
Exposures:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Hours/Days
Monday through Friday 7:30am - 4pm. Occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as necessary.
Starting Salary
$23.26/Hour
Pay Grade
107
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
11/25/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
Applicant View of Posting
Posting Number
4333P
Position Title
Maintenance Technician II - 955/Horticulture
Department
Parks & Recreation
Job Code
02398
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Union Code/Affiliation
Local 955
Division
PMC
Job Description Summary
The purpose of this job is to design and maintain the City of Columbia's parks, natural areas, trees, and landscape beds in accordance with landscaping principles and practices.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Performs maintenance on trees in the park system by planting, pruning, mulching, watering, and administering disease treatments.
- Performs maintenance on the landscape beds throughout the park system.
- Performs irrigation installation, maintenance, and repairs.
- Operates and maintains light and medium motorized equipment.
- Diagnoses and corrects pest problems such as fungal diseases, weeds, and insect invasion.
- Maintains records of pesticide applications as required by the Missouri Department of Agriculture for all types of pesticide applications.
- Researches and procures materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintains detailed and accurate records.
- Provides customer service to patrons.
- Trains staff and volunteers as assigned; conducts public outreach. Participates in continuing education and training as required.
- Assists with snow removal during inclement weather.
- Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- No supervisory authority. Work may require providing guidance and training to others.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.
- Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has no fiscal responsibility.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent. An associate or technical degree in Parks and Recreation, Horticulture, plant science, agronomy, or forestry management is strongly preferred.
- 1 to 3 years of experience in forestry, landscaping, grounds maintenance, plant nursery work, or related work.
Licenses or Certifications
- Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with no air brake restriction within 6 months of hire.
- Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.
- Missouri Pesticide License within 6 months of hire.
- International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist accreditation preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
- Current horticultural practices, prairie and forest restoration and management.
- A variety of trees and shrubs and the proper installation, maintenance, and placement thereof.
- Standard equipment safety procedures and precautions with industry-related chemicals and the proper usage in prairies, landscapes, along trails, and in waterways.
- Standard practices and methods of operation of various hand tools and landscaping and forestry equipment, such as saddle tree climbing techniques, aerial lifts/bucket trucks, tree spades, wood chippers, dump trucks, and skid loaders with attachments.
- Safety standards and precautions pertaining to the use of tools, equipment, and forestry-related pesticides and herbicides.
Skill in:
- Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.
- Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
- Operating hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
- Operating motorized equipment used in forestry and landscaping.
- Providing high levels of effective customer service.
Ability to:
- Work from blueprints, plans, and sketches.
- Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Receive and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteer groups, and the general public.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
- Work independently and as a member of a team.
- Focus on tasks.
- Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Ability to work on-call and respond at all hours of the day/night.
Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:
- Outdoor environment - Frequently or Often
- Street environment (near moving traffic) - Sometimes
- Construction site - Sometimes
- Confined space - Sometimes
- Vehicle - Frequently or Often
- Shop environment - Frequently or Often
- Right of way environment - Frequently or Often
Exposures:
- Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees - Sometimes
- Other: Heights - Sometimes
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Sometimes
- Communicable diseases - Sometimes
- Moving mechanical parts - Frequently or Often
- Fumes or airborne particles - Frequently or Often
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances - Frequently or Often
- Loud noises (85+ decibels) - Frequently or Often
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards, and the majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.
- Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly, having to move objects.
- Incumbents are regularly required to feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl, climb/balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from/to a sitting position on the ground.
Hours/Days
Monday through Friday 7:30am - 4pm. Occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as necessary.
Starting Salary
$23.26/Hour
Pay Grade
107
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
11/25/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program