Landscape Technician - Seasonal/temporary

Description

State of Idaho
Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

The Idaho Transportation Department is currently hiring a Landscape Technician to assist with grounds maintenance at our properties in the Bliss area. This is a temporary, full-time position (40 hours per week) lasting up to 5 months. Please note that this position does not include benefits.

We’re looking for a dependable and hardworking individual to perform a variety of general landscaping and grounds maintenance tasks. This includes operating and maintaining landscaping equipment and assisting other crews with related work as needed.

NOTE: This position involves operating an ITD vehicle; as such, a pre-employment driving record check is required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mowing lawns and maintaining landscaped areas
• Painting as needed around the property
• Cleaning and maintaining landscaping equipment
• Assisting other crews with miscellaneous tasks

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least six months or one season of relevant work experience
• Home yard work is not considered qualifying experience unless performed on a large, professionally maintained property

If you're interested in working outdoors and contributing to the upkeep of our facilities, we encourage you to apply!

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected]. 

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.