Park Grounds & Maintenance Technician

City-of-Lubbock,-T; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lubbock is seeking an entry-level parks maintenance worker under supervision to perform construction, repair, landscaping, and sanitation tasks across municipal parks, facilities, athletic fields, and cemeteries.

You will work with a crew or alone on grounds, irrigation, and related park maintenance, with responsibilities including mowing, pruning, irrigation upkeep, playground and fence work, and assisting with events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or related experience.
• At least one year of groundskeeping, irrigation, or park maintenance experience.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial and sanitation duties for park grounds, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintain landscaped and athletic grounds by mowing, edging, watering, and planting.
• Assist in routine maintenance of trees including felling, pruning, mulching, and hazard limb removal.
• Assist with routine irrigation installation and maintenance, including replacing or repairing sprinkler heads, pipes, valves, and related components.
• Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair of park amenities such as playgrounds, signs, benches, picnic tables, and fencing.
• Assist with setup and removal of equipment for athletic activities, park programs, and special events.
• Assist in entry level electrical work, such as setting up light displays and sound equipment.
• Inspect, operate, and perform routine care of hand tools, power tools, mowers, vehicles, and other assigned equipment after required training and authorization.
• Recognize and report safety hazards, damaged facilities, and irrigation leaks.
• Follow work orders and maintain basic records of work performed and materials used as directed.
• Work under the direction of an assigned supervisor or crew lead and coordinate daily tasks with the assigned crew.
• Respond to severe weather events and other emergencies by assisting with the cleanup, debris removal, and securing of park facilities and equipment.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Light equipment

Safety practices

Irrigation

Carpentry

Reading work orders

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Lubbock is seeking an entry-level parks maintenance worker under supervision to perform construction, repair, landscaping, and sanitation tasks across municipal parks, facilities, athletic fields, and cemeteries.

You will work with a crew or alone on grounds, irrigation, and related park maintenance, with responsibilities including mowing, pruning, irrigation upkeep, playground and fence work, and assisting with events.