Park Grounds & Light Equipment Operator

City of San Juan, Texas; San Juan South Estates Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 38,970,000 - 44,083,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Juan, Texas is seeking a Parks Laborer to perform general labor for the parks department under supervision. The role involves routine decisions, no public contact, and no supervisory duties.

Key duties include daily lawn maintenance, trash pickup, tree trimming, and operating garden equipment and power tools. Expect physical labor, weather exposure, and lifting up to 50 pounds; a Texas DL is required with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of six (6) months related experience with little supervision.
• Able to perform strenuous manual labor and follow oral instructions.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.
• High school diploma or GED; ability to obtain within nine months if not possessed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns at all public buildings daily.
• Pick up trash at city facilities.
• Trim trees at city facilities as needed.
• Lift 20-50 pounds periodically; assist with 100-200 pounds as needed.
• Work with power tools daily and operate 15–30 hp garden tractors.
• May work with chemicals and ensure city vehicles are maintained.

Skills

Manual labor

Lifting 20-50 lbs

Operate power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools operation

Garden equipment operation

Job description

City of San Juan, Texas is seeking a Parks Laborer to perform general labor for the parks department under supervision. The role involves routine decisions, no public contact, and no supervisory duties.

Key duties include daily lawn maintenance, trash pickup, tree trimming, and operating garden equipment and power tools. Expect physical labor, weather exposure, and lifting up to 50 pounds; a Texas DL is required with a high school diploma or GED.