Parks/Facilities Specialist

City of San Marcos, TX; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Marcos TX seeks a Parks/Facilities Specialist to supervise maintenance teams and act for the Crew Leader as needed. The role maintains 2,600+ acres of parks and open spaces through skilled equipment operation and comprehensive grounds and facility maintenance.

Responsibilities include grounds maintenance, irrigation/plumbing support, park construction, and event setups. CDL Class A requirement within 1 year; CLP within 90 days; Texas driver's license required.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of maintenance documentation and repair manuals.
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication with staff, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to work collaboratively under general supervision while exercising sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Operates light to heavy equipment to support maintenance, construction, and repair of City parks, facilities and public spaces.
• Performs grounds and landscape maintenance: mowing, debris removal, soil and turf management.
• Assists with irrigation installation, plumbing repairs, and park structure renovations.
• Participates in athletic field preparation and turf-care activities.
• Supports the Parks Maintenance Crew Leader by guiding other equipment operators and coordinating work.
• Leads setup for City-sponsored events, placing tents, tables, and chairs.
• Maintains maintenance documentation and supports related duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative work

Ability to work under supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

5 years parks/grounds maintenance experience

1 year lead worker experience

Job description

Become part of a team that thrives on Professionalism, Innovation, Customer Experience, Integrity, and Teamwork — the values that guide how we serve our community.

The Parks/Facilities Specialist supports the City’s park operations by assisting in the supervision of maintenance teams and acting on behalf of the Parks Maintenance Crew Leader when needed. It ensures the effective upkeep of more than 2,600 acres of parks, open spaces, athletic fields, and downtown facilities through skilled equipment operation and comprehensive grounds and facility maintenance. The role also contributes to park construction and renovation projects while maintaining accurate maintenance documentation. Together, these responsibilities help sustain safe, welcoming, and high-quality public spaces for the community.

The following list highlights the main responsibilities of this position. While it covers the core tasks, it may not include every duty that could be assigned. Employees may be asked to take on other responsibilities as needed to support the team and department.

• Operates light to heavy equipment to support safe, effective maintenance, construction, and repair of City parks, recreation facilities, and public spaces.
• Performs comprehensive grounds and landscape maintenance, including mowing, debris removal, gardening applications, soil and turf management, and assisting other City departments during emergencies.
• Supports facility upkeep through assessing equipment/material needs, performing plumbing repairs, assisting with irrigation installation, and contributing to construction and renovation of park structures.
• Participates in the preparation and maintenance of athletic fields, including fertilization and turf-care activities.
• Assists the Parks Maintenance Crew Leader by providing guidance to other equipment operators and helping coordinate work activities.
• Leads setup for City-sponsored special events, ensuring proper placement of tents, tables, and chairs.
• Completes required maintenance documentation and performs other related duties to support park operations and public service outcomes.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years of parks/grounds maintenance and/or other related experience (construction or repair)
• Five (5) years of experience operating light to medium equipment
• One (1) year of experience as a lead worker
• A Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License is required within one (1) year of employment. A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) is required within 90 days of employment.
• Valid Texas Driver's license with an acceptable driving record

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of maintenance documentation and repair manuals to ensure accurate interpretation and application.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication to convey information clearly and maintain positive working relationships with staff, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to work collaboratively under general supervision while exercising sound judgment and accountability for assigned tasks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires the ability to lift up to 100 pounds frequently. Subject to standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, bending, twisting, balancing, vision, hearing, talking and foot controls frequently; fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching and climbing occasionally; sitting and crawling rarely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Working conditions involve exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, machinery with moving parts, hazardous materials/ chemicals, and infectious diseases is involved; utilizes personal protective equipment as necessary.

This is a safety sensitive position.