Groundskeeper I

About the role

This position is responsible for maintaining city property grounds, parks and fields, and performing tasks in maintenance and upkeep of city parks and beautification areas, which will require the use of various types of equipment, e.g. mowers, tractors, ATVs, backpack blowers, string trimmers and edgers.

Responsibilities

• Mowing, edging and working in flower beds
• Turf maintenance and athletic field preparation
• Cleaning restrooms and removing litter
• Performing general repairs and basic maintenance of park structures
• Assisting with irrigation system maintenance and chemical application

Requirements

• Six months of related experience
• The ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
• The possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Class C Texas driver's license
• A commercial driver's license (CDL) is beneficial

Qualifications

• Normal hours are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., but schedule may also include some holiday and weekend hours
• Potential for some overtime

Skills

• Read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) beneficial

Benefits

• Competitive health benefits
• Participation in TMRS

Pay

• PAY GRADE GG10 / FULL PAY RANGE $17.86 - $25.18 PER HOUR

Schedule

• Normal hours are Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Potential for some overtime