Groundskeeper

Texas City Indep School Dist; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas City Indep School Dist Maintenance is seeking a Groundskeeper in Texas City, Texas. The role focuses on beautifying district facilities through lawn care, landscaping, tree grooming, and related tasks across campus sites.

The position requires a valid Texas driver’s license, physical stamina, and the ability to operate power-driven equipment. You will mow, plant, repair sprinklers, and support athletic fields while adhering to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must have valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment.
• Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

Skills

Valid Texas driver’s license

Detailed instructions

Effective communication

Operate power-driven equipment

Heavy lifting 45+ lbs

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This position supplies on a daily and routine basis the beautification of all District facilities. Work will includes lawn maintenance, landscaping, tree grooming, concrete work, and also offers support to all other crafts.

Job Duties

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment
• Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Salary: Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide

Days Employed: 260

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Groundskeeper

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This job is also posted in Texas City Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5988276

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 10, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.35 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required