Gardener
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Job Location:
Phoenix, NM - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 23 - 27
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
The Gardener is in the Environmental Management Services service line of the Phoenix VA Health Care System (PVAHCS) in Phoenix this position you will be responsible for maintaining grounds parking lots and sidewalks; designing landscaping; installing and repairing sprinkler systems; and operating power-driven lawn equipment.
Duties of the position include but are not limited to:
- Plans and designs landscaping.
- Installs repairs and maintains sprinkler system.
- Operates and maintains various power-driven lawn equipment such as gas operated sweepers mowers weed eaters and trimmers.
- Keeps grounds and areas around compactors clean.
- Plants trees shrubs succulents and performs a wide range of gardening duties.
- Submits requests for parts and materials to accomplish duties.
- Maintains area of assignment on a daily basis.
- Empties waste container.
- Removes debris from grounds sidewalks steps smoking shelters roads and parking areas including the parking garage.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Full-time 40 hours a week
- Summer Season (April-October): 4:00am-12:30pm
- Winter Season (November-March): 6:00am-2:30pm
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Conditions of employment
- You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
- Subject to background/security investigation
- Pre-employment physical required
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements ( Effective May 7 2025 drivers licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement 02/03/2026.
EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge skills and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards.
SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Work requires frequent walking standing pushing carts and wheelbarrows bending and stooping. Occasionally climbs ladders and frequently lifts heavy objects. Most work is done outside. May be subject to discomfort for long periods in the hot sun and occasionally chilly or rainy weather. Exposed to dirt dust mud and may come in contact with chemical spray. Will need to wear protective clothing such as gloves safety shoes and glasses. There is a chance for minor injuries such as bruises cuts and scrapes.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicants criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations Security and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
