Grounds & Lots Technician — Landscaping & Outdoor Care

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Metro is seeking a Grounds and Lots Technician to maintain landscaped areas, grounds, and exterior facilities across multiple sites in Fort Worth, TX. Responsibilities include turf care, vegetation management, drainage, irrigation support, and storm response, with emphasis on safety and customer service.

The role requires heavy outdoor work, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and availability for overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in commercial landscape maintenance preferred.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform outdoor work in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, trim, and maintain turf areas; weed beds, sidewalks, curbs, and parking lots.
• Trim shrubs and perform seasonal pruning; remove dead vegetation to reduce hazards.
• Remove litter and debris from landscapes, parking islands, medians, and entrances.
• Keep drainage ditches and storm inlets free of vegetation and debris.
• Apply mulch and plant seasonal flowers and shrubs.
• Inspect irrigation systems and report broken components; perform minor repairs.
• Assist with storm cleanup and winter weather operations.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE; conduct Job Safety Assessments.
• Maintain safe work zones around pedestrians and vehicles; comply with railroad safety requirements.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Represent Trinity Metro professionally and respond to concerns from employees, contractors, and the public.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Customer service

Outdoor work

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaws

Mowers

Job description

Trinity Metro is seeking a Grounds and Lots Technician to maintain landscaped areas, grounds, and exterior facilities across multiple sites in Fort Worth, TX. Responsibilities include turf care, vegetation management, drainage, irrigation support, and storm response, with emphasis on safety and customer service.

The role requires heavy outdoor work, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and availability for overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergencies.