Park Groundskeeper & Landscape Technician

City-of-Texarkan; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

City-of-Texarkan is seeking a Grounds Maintenance worker to upkeep and improve public grounds, including planting and landscaping. Responsibilities include mowing, edging, trimming, and basic preventive maintenance of equipment, fences, and paths.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work outdoors in various weather, and follow safety procedures. A valid Texas driver’s license and pesticide applicator license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in grounds maintenance; some knowledge of first aid and safety.
• Skill in the operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods.
• Ability to communicate orally and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to establish working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Performs regular maintenance on landscaped areas including paving, shrubbery, or trees; applies pesticides as needed.
• Maintains area with mower or edger; trims around sidewalks and beds.
• Performs preventive maintenance on fences, gates, walls, and walks.
• Plants flowers, shrubs, and trees using hand tools and equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Safety awareness

First aid basics

Tool operation

Independence

Physical stamina

Oral communication

Follow instructions

Tools

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed trimmer

Tractors

Bush-hogs

Power washer

Hand tools

Job description

City-of-Texarkan is seeking a Grounds Maintenance worker to upkeep and improve public grounds, including planting and landscaping. Responsibilities include mowing, edging, trimming, and basic preventive maintenance of equipment, fences, and paths.

The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work outdoors in various weather, and follow safety procedures. A valid Texas driver’s license and pesticide applicator license are preferred.