Landscape Apprentice Jobs in Oregon (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $38.10 - $40.01 Hourly
Location : Forest Grove, 1345 Fern Hill Rd, Forest Grove, 97116, OR
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 26-41
Department: Water & Engineering Technology
Program: Reuse
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 7/13/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
The Position
The Water & Engineering Technology department is seeking a temporary Landscape Specialist 1. This position performs grounds maintenance and assists with landscaping design and specialty maintenance tasks for Clean Water Services (CWS).
Additional Information:
- Temporary position, up to six months.
- Full-time, up to 40 hours per week.
- Any offer of employment will be conditional based on the successful completion of references, a driving record review, criminal background check, and a medical exam and drug screening.
Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.
Essential Functions
(This section outlines the essential functions assigned to the position. The essential functions listed below are not intended to include all duties that may be assigned to this classification. CWS may modify, add, or remove duties or functions at its discretion.)

1. Assists with grounds maintenance, including mowing, raking, edging, trimming, pruning shrubs, repairing damaged trees, making and repairing tree wells, and watering and weeding various shrubs and flower beds.
2. Assists with diagnosing landscape health, evaluating appropriate methods of care, mixing chemicals and fertilizers according to a predetermined formula, and operating hand sprayers to apply chemicals and fertilizers, herbicides, and insecticides for insect control and grounds maintenance.
3. Assists with the operation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems, including timers, valves, sprinkler heads, and irrigation lines, tests systems for proper operation, and conducts regular inspections of systems to ensure proper functioning; assists with the planning and design of irrigation system upgrades.
4. Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment related to work assignments, such as commercial mowing equipment, high-pressure cleaners, edgers, blowers, and chainsaws.
5. Performs general inventory control to account for all supplies, tools, and equipment. Maintains and organizes supplies and stock and ensures that all hand and power tools are accounted for and in safe and usable condition.
6. Assists with coordinating the work of contractors performing grounds maintenance to assure contract provisions are being met.
7. Learns appropriate documentation and record-keeping methods including herbicide/pesticide spray logs in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, CWS policy, guidance, and records retention schedule.
8. Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes.

Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Capabilities, use, and routine maintenance of hand- and power-operated landscaping tools and equipment
• Irrigation system methods and components
• Landscaping principles and practices
• Pertinent safety practices and procedures
• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to the use of pesticides, landscape products and equipment in the course of work
• Record-keeping principles and practices

SKILL IN:

• Use of hand tools and power equipment for landscaping maintenance and installation
• Landscaping maintenance
• Operation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems
• Use of computers and computer software for record keeping and office applications
• Keeping accurate reports and records

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain accurate logs, records of work performed
• Operate specialized maintenance and repair equipment related to the area of assignment.
• Safely and effectively use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, power tools, and equipment required for the work
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, community groups, and the general public
• Operate effectively in a team environment
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR LICENSES:
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
2 years of experience in landscape maintenance, nursery, ecological restoration, or a related field of work;
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license.
Pesticide Apprentice license required within 6 months of hire.
Candidates must also possess and maintain a valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver's License at the time of hire or have the ability to obtain one within 12 months of hire.
Additional Information
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
Application Review and Certification Statement
Applicants will be reviewed and evaluated based on qualifications including relevant skills, education, training, and work history. Supplemental materials including resumes, cover letters, and other attachments will not be considered unless specifically requested as part of the application process. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their application materials are detailed, accurate, clearly demonstrate how they meet the minimum and, if applicable, special qualifications for the position, and are complete at the time the application is submitted. Incomplete or inaccurate applications may be removed from further consideration or may result in disqualification from the application or selection process, rescinding an offer of employment, or termination of employment if discovered after hire. Application materials will be used to determine salary placement in accordance with applicable state and federal law, CWS Human Resources policies and guidelines, and collective bargaining agreements, upon extension of a job offer. Unless requested as part of the application process, supplemental materials provided will not be considered.
By submitting your application, and any supplemental materials specifically requested by CWS as part of the application process, you are certifying the information you have provided is true, accurate and complete and have read and understand the above statement.
Clean Water Services offers qualified employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), flexible spending account, deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular represented employees can be found
Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.
01
Do you have 2 years of experience in landscape maintenance, nursery, ecological restoration, or a related field of work?
Please explain how you meet this requirement, ensuring you include the organizations where you gained this experience. This supplemental information must match the work assignments and dates of employment in your application.
02
Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent?
Please ensure this supplemental information matches the education you have listed in your application.

• Yes
• No

03
Please select all licenses you currently possess.
Please ensure this supplemental information matches the licenses and certifications you have listed in your application.

• Valid state-issued Driver's License
• Valid state-issued Class A Commercial Driver's License
• Pesticide Apprentice License (or higher)

Required Question