GARDENER CARETAKER

Application

Airports

Transfer | Location: Westchester/ Venice (LAX-Hyperion)

Annual Salary

$47,773.44 - $62,640.00

contact information

MAINTENANCE SERVICES
MAINTENANCESERVICESHIRING@LAWA.ORG

job description

A Gardener Caretaker’s duties at LAWA could require extensive squatting and kneeling. Examples are as follows: Prunes/plants/transplants, cultivates, fertilizes, treats soil, plants, trees and shrubs with chemicals to control and eradicate insect infestation, fungi, and other diseases. Operates riding mowers, spray truck and various small power equipment such as tillers, edgers, line trimmers, and chainsaw. Assists with construction / repairs of sprinkler systems be performing semi-skilled work. Assists in propagation work by potting plants, making cuttings, and preparing soil. Assists in landscape projects such as installation of decorative pavers and drought tolerant landscapes.


The selected candidate must obtain and maintain a LAWA Security badge with Customs, Driving, and Escort icons, possess and maintain a valid unrestricted California Class C driver's license, and be able to operate a City vehicle at all times during employment. Note: This opportunity is only open to City of Los Angeles employees currently in the classification of Gardener Caretaker (Class Code 3141).

How to apply

All interested candidates should submit a completed City Application to MaintenanceServicesHiring@lawa.org no later than Tuesday December 9, 2024.