Groundskeeper

Bernalillo County; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernalillo County is seeking a Groundskeeper for the Community Services - Parks, Recreation & Open Space Management team in Albuquerque. The role focuses on maintaining county facilities, trimming shrubs, mowing, weeding, and keeping properties clean and safe for residents and visitors.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of grounds keeping or maintenance experience; a valid NM driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One year of work experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintains county facilities by pulling or cutting weeds from tree wells and open areas.
• Removes trash and debris from county properties.
• Operates power equipment such as push mower, sickle mower, and sprayer.
• Assists in spraying weeds, applying fertilizers, and trimming shrubs.
• Works outdoors in varied weather and follows safety guidelines.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department

Community Services - Parks, Recreation & Open Space Management

Job Posting Title

Groundskeeper

Department

Community Services - Parks, Recreation & Open Space Management

Location

415 SILVER AVE SW

Pay Range

$15.55 - $20.01

Close Date

October 9, 2026

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. In addition to being an organization with a strong focus on work-life balance, building a culture of flexibility, learning, and belonging the County offers many benefits. Employees of Bernalillo County enjoy many thoughtful rewards such as, but not limited to generous leave accruals; career development opportunities; remote & flex-work options as appropriate; longevity pay; education assistance program; health benefits; lucrative retirement; and so much more.

DUTIES AND 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.
• Incumbent(s) in this classification may handle sensitive and/or confidential records, plans, documents or decisions that require maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. *The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of work experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or general maintenance work. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
• 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.
• 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.
• Complete required supervisor training, if applicable.
• WORKING CONDITIONS
• Work is performed outdoors, with exposure to natural weather conditions of spring and summer.
• Worker is exposed to occasional noise and vibration factors in the operation of equipment.
• Worker is exposed to dust, fumes and mists.
• Work is performed on even and uneven terrain. Surfaces may be wet, dry, natural ground or paved. Work may be performed on inclines and occasionally on ladders.
• Work hazards include dust, chemicals such as herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides and power equipment and ladders.
• Work as part of a crew under close supervision.
• EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
• Utilizes the following tools and equipment: sickle mower, push mower, sprayer, weed-eater, power blower, pruning shears, ladders and assorted hand tools utilized in grounds maintenance.
• Gloves, goggles, boots, dust masks, earplugs and occasionally respirators are utilized in performance of essential duties.
• Operates County vehicle on an occasional basis in the performance of essential duties.