Groundskeeper IV

Texas Health and Human Services; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a state hospital where your role as a Groundskeeper IV will significantly impact the environment and community. This position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive atmosphere while performing essential groundskeeping tasks. You'll maintain the beauty and safety of the hospital grounds, operate power equipment, and lead a team of groundskeepers. With a commitment to teamwork and excellence, you will contribute to a positive environment for both staff and patients. This is an exciting opportunity to grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of Texans.

Benefits

100% Paid Employee Health Insurance

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Generous Time Off Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 9 months experience in groundskeeping or related work.
• Ability to operate power equipment and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform groundskeeping duties including mowing, trimming, and planting.
• Manage scheduling and oversee quality of groundskeeping work.
• Participate in disaster response and other agency responsibilities.

Skills

Horticulture

Landscape Design

Power Equipment Operation

Team Leadership

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Fertilizers

Job description

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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.

Position Details

• Functional Title: Groundskeeper IV
• Job Title: Groundskeeper IV
• Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
• Department: DevelopMntl Education
• Posting Number: 5346
• Closing Date: 05/19/2025
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
• Salary Group: TEXAS-A-12
• Salary Range: $3,047.58-$4,149.83
• Shift: Day
• 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: North Texas State Hospital - Vernon
• Job Location City: VERNON
• Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR

Brief Job Description

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around dependable, trustworthy, hardworking individuals who believe in teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to creating a supportive atmosphere while providing specialized care for Texans in need. Our facilities are accredited and provide state-of-the-art, recovery-oriented, science-based psychiatric care. If you are interested in providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care, we welcome your application.

The Groundskeeper IV (Senior Groundskeeper) performs highly complex groundskeeping work at a State Hospital. Responsibilities include maintaining grounds and flower beds, operating equipment, leading other groundskeeping staff, and ensuring safety and aesthetics of the hospital grounds. The role requires working under limited supervision and may include participating in disaster response or recovery efforts, with potential for work on maximum security locations.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

• Attend work regularly and work scheduled shifts, including overtime if needed.
• Perform groundskeeping duties such as mowing, trimming, fertilizing, planting, and maintaining grounds and flower beds.
• Operate and train others in the safe use of power equipment.
• Manage scheduling and oversee quality of groundskeeping work.
• Initiate and execute beautification projects and ensure sprinkler systems are operational.
• Ensure safety of roads, parking lots, sidewalks and manage nuisance animals humanely.
• Perform general maintenance and collaborate with maintenance staff as needed.
• Perform cemetery duties if applicable, including grounds maintenance and record keeping.
• Participate in disaster response and other agency responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of tree removal and nuisance animal control.
• Skills in horticulture, landscape design, and operation of power equipment.
• Ability to read and apply regulations, perform basic math, communicate effectively, and lead others.
• Physical ability to work outdoors, lift up to 50 lbs, and stand or walk for extended periods.

Registrations, Licensure, and Certification

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain one within 90 days of hire. Out-of-state licenses must be accompanied by a certified driving record.

Initial Screening Criteria

Minimum of 9 months experience operating power equipment and performing groundskeeping or related work. Graduation from high school or equivalent preferred.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass background checks, drug screening, registry checks, and meet immunization requirements. Age restrictions apply for certain facilities. Flexibility in work hours and overtime may be required.

Veterans and Accommodations

Active military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Pre-Employment and Work Eligibility

Applicants may need to pass additional checks. HHSC uses E-Verify and requires I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Telework Policy

This position may be eligible for telework subject to policies and supervisor approval.