Parks Grounds & Field Maintenance Assistant

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department is hiring a Parks Grounds Assistant to help maintain sports fields and disc golf courses across city parks. Under supervision, you will perform grounds keeping tasks, drive a truck and trailer, and assist with events as needed.

Candidates should have at least one year of grounds keeping or general labor experience, valid Texas driver license, and ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• One year experience in grounds keeping or general labor.
• Valid Texas Driver License for vehicle operations.
• Ability to travel to multiple work sites.

Responsibilities

• Picks up litter and services restrooms.
• Operates hand tools and power tools.
• Performs routine cleaning of facilities.
• Drives City of Austin service vehicles.
• Assists the public with questions/concerns.

Skills

Grounds keeping knowledge

Oral and written communication

Planning and organizing

Operate power tools

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft TEAMS

Work order systems

Mobile tablet use

Job description

The City of Austin's Parks and Recreation Department is hiring a Parks Grounds Assistant to help maintain sports fields and disc golf courses across city parks. Under supervision, you will perform grounds keeping tasks, drive a truck and trailer, and assist with events as needed.

Candidates should have at least one year of grounds keeping or general labor experience, valid Texas driver license, and ability to work outdoors in varying weather.