**Why should you keep reading and consider working here?** We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships, built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed. (You can learn more about ushere.) **What is this career opportunity?** General Services is seekingan energetic, service-oriented individual to join their team to help keep the Capitol Complex looking beautiful! You would work in the Capitol Facilities Management Bureau of GSD with our team of 8 Landscape Technicians. Your work would change with the seasons, and would include mowing, plowing, tending flower and landscape beds, working with irrigation systems, applying chemicals and fertilizers, following safety procedures, and operating and caring for a wide range of power equipment and machinery…. and more! We are looking for someone with landscape experience described above. However, if you are a dedicated, hardworking individual, with exceptional soft skills and an ability to learn, we are willing to teach you and help you grow into this role. Please be aware that this position is a regular, full time, year-round position and requires an on-call status for snow removal from November 1 through April 1. Also, there is a career ladder associated with this position which provides additional pay opportunities. (You can learn more about the Department of Administration’s General Services Divisionhere.) ****// **What are we looking for?** *Education and Experience:* * High school diploma, and one or more years of experience in various aspects of landscape, snow removal and machinery maintenance. OR * Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. *Competencies:* /Knowledge of:/ * Landscaping and ornamental turf * Snow removal * Irrigation systems * Techniques for trimming shrubbery and trees /Ability to:/ * Deliver professional customer service * Establish and maintain effective working relationships * Operate machinery, heavy equipment, and hand tools (such as backhoes, dump trucks, plows, electric saws, chain saws, and soil tillers) * Recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions * Communicate effectively and professionally * Adapt to change * Identify and resolve problems within areas of responsibility **Does this sound like you?** Please tell us how and why by submitting your**resume and****cover letter.**/(Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)/ **What can you expect from us in return for your hard work?** Ø Lookhereto see the additional benefits! They include: * Work/life Balance * Health Coverage * Retirement plans * Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays * And more… Ø **Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) –**Employmentwith the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Lookhereto learn more and see if you may qualify! **Other important information to be aware of.****** * This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check and a valid Montana driver’s license. ** * Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.** * Physical and Environmental Demands - Thedemands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ** o Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. o Works outdoors, at times in extreme weather conditions and around moving objects and vehicles. o Uses proper PPE and safety procedures when applying chemicals (herbicides, fertilizer, etc.) or when exposed to loud noises. · If you choose to obtain a pesticide applicator’s license, you will go through a fit test as part of our respirator program. In order to successfully pass a fit test and safely wear a respirator, individuals must be clean shaven. **Title:** *Landscape Technician - Capitol Complex* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25141990*