Grounds & Parks Maintenance Tech I

City of Leander; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Personal protective equipment

Job summary

City of Leander is seeking entry-level Parks Technician to maintain parks, athletic fields, trails and greenways, and assist with events. The role involves mowing, irrigation, minor repairs, and facilities maintenance under close supervision.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license with ability to obtain Texas license within 90 days, and ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Working hours include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to obtain Texas license within 90 days of hire.
• Minimum of six months related experience.
• Ability to lift/move 100 lbs and drag up to 150 lbs.
• Must wear city uniform and PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Excellent communication and ability to follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform park maintenance to keep City facilities safe.
• Mow, weed, edge, paint, carpentry, irrigation, and related upkeep.
• Maintain athletic fields and courts, including lining and field prep.
• Perform repairs to buildings, irrigation systems, and equipment.
• Assist with setup and teardown of festivals and programs.
• Keep records of work orders and city reports.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Reading comprehension

Multitasking

Flexible scheduling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical or college degree

Tools

Mowing equipment

Irrigation systems

Carpentry tools

Concrete/masonry tools

Welding tools

Job description

City of Leander is seeking entry-level Parks Technician to maintain parks, athletic fields, trails and greenways, and assist with events. The role involves mowing, irrigation, minor repairs, and facilities maintenance under close supervision.

Requires high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license with ability to obtain Texas license within 90 days, and ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Working hours include evenings, weekends, and holidays.