Why Team Garland?

At the City of Garland, we believe that a career in public service is not just a job; it's a calling. It's an opportunity to serve others, make a lasting impact, and be part of meaningful projects that shape every aspect of city life.

Team Garland is dedicated to building the stage where the residents of Garland can each live their best life!

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, we offer professional growth opportunities and a supportive work environment that helps you reach your full potential. As a member of Team Garland, your skills and ideas are valued; we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits*, wellness programs, and a healthy work-life balance.

If you are ready for a career that makes a difference, apply today!

*Benefits offered are subject to change and differ based on employment type

Responsible for supervising all general horticulture maintenance activities to ensure the highest possible quality and standards. In addition will supervise all medians and rights-of-way (ROW) and will be responsible for supervising pesticide spraying, turf maintenance, littler control, and work performed by City crews and outside contractors.

Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience.

Number of Direct Reports Include (titles): Horticulture Crew Lead, Medians/ROW Crew Lead, Horticulture/Urban Forestry Technicians, Grounds Attendants and, Equipment Operators.

• Create and disseminate work schedules using Cartegraph work order management system.

• Complete employee performance appraisals, track necessary training needs, and work with Park Leadership to provide resources for horticulture team members to improve their horticulture knowledge and skills.

• Coordinate and creates areas designs, seasonal themes, and research and development of new plant species.

• Manages and oversees all Greenhouse and Tree Farm operations.

• Oversee and evaluate maintenance and care needs of the Cities medians and ROW's, including mowing and spraying City grounds, litter collection and pest control.

• Inspect all work in progress and completed by staff and outside contractors.

• Review and respond to all service requests. Document and compile monthly reports.

• Oversee preventive maintenance on equipment to assure equipment is in proper working order.

• Monitor expenditures and procurement of parts and supplies. Maintain records of equipment inventory, materials and supplies ordered and pesticides used.

• Interview and hire prospective employees.

• May perform duties of subordinate staff members as needed.

• High School Diploma or GED

• Bachelor's degree (BA) / associate degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year College or Technical school in Horticulture, Urban Forestry, Landscape Architecture, or related field preferred.

• 5 years related experience

• 1-year experience in a leadership or supervisory role

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Education/ Experience:

• 5-7 years of Horticulture, Urban Forestry, Landscape, Grounds Maintenance upkeep experience or related experience.

• 1-2 years' experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of pesticide and chemical application safety practices and procedures

• Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of supervision and safety methods and procedures

• Extensive knowledge of principles and practices of horticulture, turf and landscape management

• Skill using a variety of tools and equipment appropriate to the work assigned

• Skill using a variety of computer programs to generate reports including Microsoft Office's Excel, Word and Outlook

• Ability to organize materials, equipment and subordinates in the completion of projects

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license required

• Certified Arborist preferred

• TDA Applicators license require, or ability to attain within 6-months of hire

*(1 or more may be required as it applies to specific districts)

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The incumbent works with frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk. May be exposed to extremes of heat and cold, rain, humidity, insects, noxious odors, fumes, and physical stress from exertion and lifting. Exposed to physical exertion such as bending, lifting, stooping, reaching, pulling, and pushing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

About Us

Team Garland consists of over 2,200 employees, spanning 700+ different roles! Garland is committed to diversity and inclusion and creating pathways to employment for all. We have an organizational culture of appreciation, development, and growth. Many of our employees choose Garland for lifelong careers. We are guided by the City's Mission, Vision, and Value Statements and a commitment to public service. Team Garland makes a difference in the Garland community every day.

Garland's vision is to be a progressive city working together to nurture and grow the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of our community.

We are committed to preserve public trust, deliver quality services, promote economic growth, protect our community and enhance the quality of life for the good of our city and our future.