Groundskeeper - Burnett Bayland Park

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a Groundskeeper for Burnett Bayland Park, Houston, TX. Join a team maintaining park grounds, facilities, and safety during a period of renovation and growth. You will operate equipment, keep areas clean, assist with irrigation and basic repairs, and support community services with a professional approach.

Education a GED or high school diploma is typical; Texas driver’s license required. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred to serve a diverse community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training.
• Experience operating large equipment such as tractors, backhoes, or skid-steers is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus to serve a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of small engine equipment.
• Mow, trim, weed, and edge grass and landscaped areas.
• Prune or remove shrubs and trees, including deadfall.

Skills

Outdoor work

Equipment operation

Tractor/Backhoe use

Safety awareness

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

1–3 months related experience

Tools

Irrigation systems

Basic plumbing repairs

Heavy equipment operation (tractors, backhoes)

Job description

Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a motivated, community-focused Groundskeeper to join the Parks Department at Burnett Bayland Park — a park currently undergoing a transformative master plan renovation to become one of the premier outdoor destinations in the Houston area. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a park’s evolution, contributing to its daily care while helping shape a space that thousands of residents will soon enjoy in new and exciting ways.

As a key member of our team, you’ll work under the guidance of the Park Foreman to maintain the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of the park during this exciting period of growth. We’re looking for someone who brings Heart by caring about the community and the environment; Hustle by approaching each day with energy and initiative; and Higher Standards by delivering quality, consistency, and excellent public service.

If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in creating spaces the community loves, and want to play a hands-on role in a park that’s on the rise, this position offers a chance to make a lasting impact.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate a variety of small engine equipment.
• Operate or learn to operate large machinery such as tractors and backhoes.
• Mow, trim, weed, and edge grass and landscaped areas.
• Prune or remove shrubs and trees, including deadfall.
• Maintain cleanliness of park grounds through litter control and debris removal.
• Clean restrooms and empty trash receptacles.
• Use blowers and pressure washers to clean trails, structures, and public areas.
• Perform landscaping duties: plant grass, flowers, trees, shrubs; weed flowerbeds; assist with irrigation system installation and maintenance.
• Load, unload, and transport equipment as needed.
• Repair fences, gates, bleachers, walls, and walkways.
• Paint building interiors and exteriors, pavilions, and parking lots.
• Assist skilled trades staff with maintenance and construction projects (e.g., welding, concrete work, roofing, cabinetry, HVAC systems, plumbing).
• Perform end-of-day duties, including cleaning common areas, removing trash, and maintaining lavatories and kitchen areas.
• Be available to work before, during, or after emergencies or disasters, as required.
• Represent Precinct 4 with professionalism at all times, including assisting constituents and reinforcing park rules as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned in support of Precinct 4 operations and our commitment to service excellence.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call [phone] or email [e-mail].

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure:

• Texas driver’s license and a good driving record.

NOTE:

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

• Experience operating large equipment such as tractors, backhoes, or skid-steers.
• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems and minor plumbing repairs.
• Familiarity with safety protocols related to parks and grounds maintenance.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred to better serve a diverse community.
• Ability to stand, walk, handle tools and equipment, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as part of daily duties.
• Ability to occasionally sit, communicate verbally, and detect odors.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally handle heavier items.
• Strong visual acuity, including distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, in wet/humid environments, and around airborne particles.
• Work environment noise level is typically moderate.

Salary:

• Dependent on Qualifications

Location:

• Burnett Bayland Park, 6000 Chimney Rock Rd, Houston, TX 77081

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN:

You will be surrounded by team members who bring "heart, hustle, and higher standards" to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost for the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.