Groundskeeper (Seasonal) - Open Space

Location: 415 Silver Ave SW

Close Date: August 7, 2026

About the Role

The Groundskeeper performs a variety of tasks in weed and litter control at designated County facilities. Employees at Bernalillo County enjoy the ability to team up with each other to build a high quality of life for our county residents, communities, and businesses. The County offers a strong focus on work-life balance, flexibility, learning, and belonging.

Responsibilities

• Maintains County facilities by pulling or cutting weeds from tree wells and open areas.
• Removes all trash and other debris from County maintained properties.
• Operates power equipment such as push mower, sickle mower, and sprayer.
• Assists in spraying of weeds, applying fertilizers, and trimming shrubs.
• Handles sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents, or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

The above information outlines the general nature and scope of duties. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of work experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or general maintenance work.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed in this position.
• Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
• Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
• Complete all FEMA training(s) assigned to this position.
• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outdoors, with exposure to natural weather conditions of spring and summer.
• Exposure to occasional noise and vibration factors in the operation of equipment.
• Exposure to dust, fumes, and mists.
• Work is performed on even and uneven terrain, including natural ground, paved surfaces, inclines, and occasionally on ladders.
• Work hazards include dust, chemicals such as herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, power equipment, and ladders.
• Work as part of a crew under close supervision.

Equipment, Tools, and Materials

• Utilizes tools and equipment such as sickle mower, push mower, sprayer, weed-eater, power blower, pruning shears, ladders, and assorted hand tools.
• Uses personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, boots, dust masks, earplugs, and occasionally respirators.
• Operates County vehicle on an occasional basis.

Benefits

• Generous leave accruals.
• Career development opportunities.
• Remote and flex-work options as appropriate.
• Longevity pay.
• Education assistance program.
• Health benefits.
• Lucrative retirement options.

Pay

$15.55 - $20.01 per hour