Parks/Facilities Worker - Temporary

City of San Marcos, TX; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Marcos, TX, is seeking a Parks/Facilities Worker to maintain parks, recreation facilities, and downtown areas. This temporary role supports over 2,600 acres of parks and open spaces, with work spanning grounds, facilities, athletic fields, and special event setup.

Responsibilities include operating light to medium equipment, applying landscape treatments, constructing and repairing structures, and assisting with irrigation and event setups.

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.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns, turf areas, and landscaped spaces.
• Remove trash and debris from grounds and clean public restrooms.
• Operate light and medium maintenance equipment (mowers, tractors, bucket trucks, chippers).
• Apply pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers as needed for landscape care.
• Assist with soil and turf management practices.
• Perform maintenance, construction, and repair of park buildings and facilities.
• Assist with irrigation system plumbing and installation.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields for events.
• Assist with event setup (tents, tables, chairs).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Parks maintenance

Equipment operation

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Parks/Facilities Worker supports the City’s mission by operating light and medium equipment to maintain, enhance, and repair parks, recreation facilities, and designated downtown areas. It contributes to the stewardship of more than 2,600 acres of public parks and open spaces through skilled grounds, facility, and athletic field maintenance. The position also plays a key role in park construction and renovation projects and supports community engagement by assisting with special event setup.

Employment Details:

40 hours a week
May 23, 2026 - September 30, 2026

This is a temporary position and will not extend beyond the designated timeframe unless an extension is formally approved.

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.

• 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of parks/grounds maintenance and/or other 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.

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.