Green Stewards is a workforce development program designed to equip individuals with skills to maintain landscape beds that function in spaces adjacent and near streets. These beds are stormwarter control measures for water running off the street (bioswales). As a Landscape Technician with this crew, you will develop skills in landscape maintenance to provide beautiful and functional spaces within the community.
New hires will work in the Green Stewards Program for an average of 12-18 months, after which you will be assisted in applying for permanent positions at the City's Water or Parks departments, in the landscape or related industry, or at a non-profit.
Applicant Qualifications:
- Be 18 years or older
- Be willing to work outside in all kinds of weather including high heat, cold, and rain
- Be a resident of Kansas City, Missouri
- Valid Drivers License
- Must be able to speak and read English
Questions?
Contact Glenda Swinton by email at Glenda.Swinton@bridgingthegap.org
