Parks & Facilities Technician: Grounds, Equipment & Events

Careers In Government; San Marcos, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

TMRS Retirement

Paid Parental Leave

Vacation & Sick Leave

Job summary

The City of San Marcos is seeking a Parks/Facilities Worker to maintain parks, recreation facilities, and downtown areas. You will operate light to medium equipment and assist with park construction, renovations, and special event setups.

The role requires at least three years in parks/grounds maintenance, a high school diploma, and a valid Texas driver's license. You will join a team focused on safety, quality, and community service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of parks/grounds maintenance and/or related experience (construction or repair).
• Three (3) years of experience operating light to medium equipment.
• Valid Texas Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, turf areas, and landscaped spaces to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Remove trash and debris from grounds and clean public restroom facilities.
• Operate light and medium maintenance equipment such as mowers, tractors, bucket trucks, and chippers, as well as power tools including chain saws, weed eaters, welders, and graffiti removal equipment.
• Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers as needed for landscape care.
• Participate in soil and turf management practices.
• Perform maintenance, construction, and repair of park buildings, structures, and related public facilities.
• Assist with plumbing repairs and installation of irrigation systems.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields for scheduled activities.
• Support City-sponsored events by assisting with setup of tents, tables, and chairs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental goals.

Skills

Parks/grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety protocols

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Bucket trucks

Chippers

Irrigation systems

Job description

The City of San Marcos is seeking a Parks/Facilities Worker to maintain parks, recreation facilities, and downtown areas. You will operate light to medium equipment and assist with park construction, renovations, and special event setups.

The role requires at least three years in parks/grounds maintenance, a high school diploma, and a valid Texas driver's license. You will join a team focused on safety, quality, and community service.