Groundskeeper IV

Texas Health and Human Services Commission; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission in Austin seeks a Lead Groundskeeper IV to design and oversee a facility plan, improving grounds and flower beds while guiding landscaping projects and presenting proposals to management.

You will supervise staff, coordinate daily tasks, operate advanced power- and gas-powered equipment, and manage tool inventories. Regular Day shift with up to 5% travel within the site.

Qualifications

• Lead advanced groundskeeping work at a state facility.
• Design and oversee a facility plan to improve grounds and beds.
• Collaborate with maintenance staff on landscaping designs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the weed control, fertilizing, and sprinkler system operations.
• Assign and prioritize tasks for groundskeeping staff.
• Train others to use advanced equipment and manage inventory.

Skills

Groundskeeping

Landscaping

Team leadership

Equipment operation

Tools

Power tools

Gas-powered equipment

Job description

Posting ID23043-Posted11/04/2026-Health & Human Services Comm-Plant Maintenance-Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance-Austin State Supported Living Center-Not Eligible for Telework-b. $3000 - $4999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

Functional Title: Groundskeeper IV Job Title: Groundskeeper IV Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Plant Maintenance Posting Number: 23043 Closing Date: 11/18/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Salary Range: $3,649.83-$4,594.50 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14 Shift: Day Additional Shift: None Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 5% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Austin State Supported Living Center Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 2203 W 35TH ST Other Locations: None MOS Codes: 8000

Brief Job Description

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.

The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Lead Groundskeeper performs advanced groundskeeping work at a State Supported Living Center or State Hospital. Designs, oversees and leads the implementation of a facility plan to improve and maintain the appearance of grounds and flower beds for the facility. Collaborates with maintenance staff on landscaping designs. Presents proposals to management. Oversees the work of weeding, fertilizing, and ensuring the effective operations of sprinkler systems and the removal, planting and trimming of trees and shrubs. Assigns and prioritizes the work of other groundskeeping staff to accomplish daily and weekly tasks most effectively. Projects and maintains the schedules for routine work. Safely and efficiently operates advanced level power- and gas-operated equipment to complete duties and trains others to use the equipment. Oversees the inventory of groundskeeping tools, supplies, and equipment