Groundskeeper

Bernalillo County; Alvarado (IN); On-site; USD 2,142,000 - 2,757,000; Full time

Job summary

Bernalillo County is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain county facilities, operate mowers and spraying equipment, and assist in weed control and landscaping tasks. The role supports park and open space areas outdoors, with attention to safety guidelines and team collaboration.

The position requires basic grounds maintenance experience and a high school diploma or GED, with opportunities for training and career development as part of a larger county benefits program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of work experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or general maintenance work.

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.

Skills

Grounds keeping

Equipment operation

Weed control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sickle mower

Push mower

Sprayer

Weed-eater

Pruning shears

Job description

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.

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

• 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.