Job description
General Information
At the Port of Portland, we use everything we have – our three airports, four marine terminals, five business parks, and all the resources, expertise and experience behind them – to move with purpose, connecting people with powerful opportunities and creating value for our region. The Port of Portland is seeking a skilled Landscape Gardener who shares our passion for delivering excellence, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, and to provide landscape support at its various marine properties and business parks.
Everyone brings unique ideas and talents to work — and we're committed to making sure yours get appreciated and recognized! We embrace diversity, equity, inclusivity, and the opportunity to pursue innovation. We do all this in support of our core values and a mission that moves people.
This is a union represented position, hours are generally, 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The reporting location is the Marine Landscape facility located at 9619 N. Rivergate Boulevard, Portland.
We’re committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and our community. As part of this commitment, all Port employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a Port of Portland approved medical or religious exception and accommodation as a condition of employment. You must provide proof of vaccination or have a Port of Portland approved exception and accommodation prior to beginning work with us.
Everyone brings unique ideas and talents to work — and we're committed to making sure yours get appreciated and recognized! We embrace diversity, equity, inclusivity, and the opportunity to pursue innovation. We do all this in support of our core values and a mission that moves people.
This is a union represented position, hours are generally, 6 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The reporting location is the Marine Landscape facility located at 9619 N. Rivergate Boulevard, Portland.
We’re committed to ensuring the health and safety of our employees and our community. As part of this commitment, all Port employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a Port of Portland approved medical or religious exception and accommodation as a condition of employment. You must provide proof of vaccination or have a Port of Portland approved exception and accommodation prior to beginning work with us.
- This position is classified as FLSA non-exempt; therefore, it is eligible for overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of a 40-hour work week, or per the contract bargaining agreement.
Summary of Essential Responsibilities
- Provide landscape maintenance for Port-owned industrial parks.
- Install and maintain lawns, fields, planting beds, trees and irrigation systems in ornamental and native settings, including areas adjacent to bodies of water.
- Removes debris and litter, and perform general clean up tasks.
- Performs minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and concrete work as necessary.
- Complete minor repairs and seasonal maintenance on specialized power landscape equipment.
Minimum Requirements/Skills and Abilities
- Landscape maintenance experience resulting in the general knowledge of horticulture; or the equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience.
- Experienced with the application of fertilizers and pesticides.
- Familiar with commercial irrigation systems including functions and components is preferred.
- Current Oregon Department of Agriculture Public Pesticide applicators license (Ornamental & Turf, Right of Way, and Herbicide/Insecticide/Fungicide categories) at time of application is preferred; or, the ability to obtain within 180 days of employment is required.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) from the Federal government is required. All licensing fees will be reimbursed by the Port of Portland.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Good verbal communications skills.
- Proven team player who shows the utmost respect for others.
- Promotes safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work.
- Focuses on safety improvements and complies with safety and health policies and procedures.
- Lift and carry 50 pounds.
- Work outdoors in seasonal weather.
- Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and passion for being inclusive.
Additional Information
- Safety: The Port promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice in accomplishing work by complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.
- Diversity and Inclusion: At the Port, we don't just accept difference; we value and support it to create a culture of inclusiveness and fun. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement: The Port of Portland is dedicated to maintaining and improving a work environment, which extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or sexual orientation. Employment decisions shall be made in such a manner as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of nondiscrimination and affirmative action.
- Veterans Preference: Under Oregon law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans preference when applying for Port of Portland positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans preference for this job, please provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
- Background Checks and Drug Testing: The Port of Portland will conduct background checks and/or drug tests for positions where such tests are required by regulation and for other safety-sensitive positions.
- ADA Accommodation: Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the Port can reasonably do so without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources at 503.415.6000
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