Landscape Inspector I/II

Join the City of Fairfield’s Public Works department and help maintain the beauty and safety of our community! We are seeking a Landscape Maintenance Inspector (I/II) to oversee district contracts and ensure our public spaces meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. In this role, you will serve as a vital link between the City and our contractors, conducting field inspections of irrigation systems, hardscapes, and diverse plantings while enforcing essential safety and environmental regulations.

Interviews are tentatively scheduled for 3/23 and 3/24.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Landscape Maintenance Inspector I: This classification is the first level in the Landscape Maintenance Inspector series. Employees in this position perform the work, which can be learned with experience on the job based upon previous landscape maintenance experience.

Landscape Maintenance Inspector II: This classification represents the fully qualified journey-level worker in the Landscape Maintenance Inspector series. Positions in this classification are normally filled by advancement from the Landscape Maintenance Inspector I class, or when filled from outside, require prior journey-level work experience. Incumbents are expected to handle most assignments after receiving directions as to end results. Appointment to the higher class requires that the employee be performing substantially the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Majority of work is performed outdoors, with exposure to variable weather. Hazards encountered are those associated with working around traffic, and various chemicals used by the contractors. This position is subject to 24-hour call-out.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work involves prolonged periods of walking, standing, stooping, and reaching.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE CITY USES AN ELECTRONIC REFERENCE CHECK PROCESS. REFER TO THE “REFERENCE CHECKS” SECTION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS JOB POSTING FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION.

Landscape Maintenance Inspector I

• Education equivalent to high school graduation.
• Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience comparable to a Senior Utility Worker in the Landscape Maintenance division with the City of Fairfield are required.
  
  

Landscape Maintenance Inspector II:

• Education equivalent to high school graduation.
• Two years of increasingly responsible experience comparable to a Landscape Maintenance Inspector I with the City of Fairfield are required.
  
  

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Class C California State Driver's License is required at the time of hire. Possession of a valid equivalent is acceptable during the application process.
  
  

The Selection Process

Click here to view the complete job descriptions.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best-qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview, or any combination.

How To Apply

Candidates must submit an online application via NeoGov/Governmentjobs.com by 5:00 p.m. of the closing date. If you have any difficulties submitting your online application, please call NeoGov's Applicant Support Line at (855) 524-5627.

Mac users please note: To ensure compatibility, please use Google Chrome and ensure iOS settings are up-to-date.

If you feel you will need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 428-7394 at least 1 week prior to the application deadline or examination date.

Reference Checks

The City utilizes an electronic reference check process to gather references of candidates once mutual interest is established. Please note that if you include your current supervisor in the “References” section of your application, they may be contacted once you have accepted a conditional job offer from the City.

Candidates are encouraged to notify anyone they list in the “References” section to help ensure a timely response. When listing references, please identify persons who can assess your professional qualifications in the context of the workplace. Examples include former colleagues/supervisors, mentors, etc. If you have limited or no work experience, you may identify personal references familiar with your qualifications that correlate to workplace experiences. Examples include teachers, volunteer coordinators, mentors, etc.

The City of Fairfield is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism.