Landscaping Technician (Part-time)

Salary: $12.50 Hourly

Location : City of Colonial Heights, VA

Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal

Job Number: 61-25

Department: Recreation & Parks

Division: Recreation - Horticulture

Opening Date: 08/18/2025

Description

All applications received during the recruitment period will be forwarded to the hiring department for review and consideration.

Landscaping Technician (Part-time): Performs landscaping and grounds maintenance for municipal grounds, public roadways, and related facilities (25 hours per week; days & hours vary).

Examples of Duties

• Cuts grass and edges walkways, curbs, and flower beds.

• Plants and maintains grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.

• Prunes, mulches and waters plant and shrub beds.

• Collects and disposes of debris and litter.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1-year of related work experience.

• At least 18 years of age.

• General knowledge of landscaping equipment

• Valid VA driver's license.

• Successfully pass a background investigation and pre-employment medical/drug screening.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The work requires physical exertion such as walking over rough or difficult terrain; recurring standing, stooping, climbing or walking; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items weighing between 25 and 75 pounds and may require the occasional lifting of objects weighing in excess of 74 pounds. The work may require specific physical characteristic and abilities such as heightened strength, mobility, and dexterity.

The work environment involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations or unusual environmental stress that require a range of safety and other precautions.

Part-time employee benefits include:

Bi-weekly Payday

Workers' Compensation

Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

01

How many years of directly related experience do you possess?

0 to 1

2 to 3

4 to 5

6 to 7

8 to 9

10+

02

Do you have a valid Virginia driver's license?

Yes

No

03

Are you at least 18 years of age?

Yes

No

04

Are you proficient with basic grounds maintenance/landscaping power tools?

Yes

No

05

Are you proficient with commercial push and riding mowers?

Yes

No

06

You understand the hourly rate for the (part-time) Landscaping Technician position is $12.50 per hour?

Yes

No

Required Question