Operations: Lawn Technician

Maintenance; Hempstead (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hempstead ISD is seeking a Grounds Worker / Groundskeeper to maintain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing landscaping across district properties. Reports to the Maintenance Director or Grounds Foreman, with duties including lawn care, landscaping, athletic field maintenance, and irrigation system checks.

Required: high school diploma or GED, experience in groundskeeping, valid driver’s license, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in commercial groundskeeping or landscaping.
• Licenses: Valid driver’s license.
• Physical Demands: Outdoor work in extreme weather; lift/carry 45–50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Lawn and turf care: mow, edge, trim lawns, fertilize, aerate, seed, weed control.
• Landscaping: plant, prune, mulch beds, care for trees/shrubs/flowers.
• Athletic field maintenance: prepare fields for games, chalk lines, paint stripes.
• Grounds upkeep: empty trash, pick up litter, pressure wash concrete surfaces.
• Irrigation and repairs: inspect/clean sprinkler systems and drainage areas.
• Equipment maintenance: maintain mowers, tractors, weed eaters and hand tools.
• Safety and compliance: follow OSHA and district safety protocols when operating equipment.

Skills

Outdoor work

Manual labor

Small engine equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Weed eaters

Job description

Operations: Lawn Technician

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Job Details

Job ID: 5911069
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary

• Job Title: Grounds Worker / Groundskeeper
• Reports To: Maintenance Director or Grounds Foreman
• Primary Purpose: Maintain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing landscaping and athletic areas across district properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Lawn and Turf Care: Mow, edge, and trim lawns, curbs, and sidewalks. Fertilize, aerate, seed, and control weeds across district property.
• Landscaping: Plant, prune, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and flower beds. Mulch planting beds and clear leaves or debris.
• Athletic Field Maintenance: Prepare athletic fields for games by mowing, dragging, chalking lines, and painting stripes.
• Grounds Upkeep: Empty outdoor trash cans, pick up litter from grounds and parking lots, and pressure wash concrete surfaces.
• Irrigation and Repairs: Inspect, clean, and perform minor repairs on sprinkler systems and drainage areas.
• Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and light repairs on mowers, tractors, weed eaters, and hand tools.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow strict OSHA and district safety protocols when operating power machinery or handling fertilizers and herbicides. Report unsafe conditions or playground hazards immediately.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred, or basic reading and writing skills.
• Experience: Prior experience in commercial groundskeeping, landscaping, or operating small engine power equipment.
• Licenses: Valid driver's license (often a state driver’s license is required to drive district trucks/trailers).
• Physical Demands: Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain), walk or stand for long hours, and regularly lift/carry equipment weighing 45 to 50 pounds or more.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21,715 to $32,928 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• MaBisha Stubblefield , Director of Human Resources
• Administration
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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