Parks & Grounds Maintenance Specialist

City of Bastrop, TX; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Bastrop, TX is seeking a Maintenance Worker for its Parks & Recreation team. Under supervision, you will perform grounds maintenance and care for City parks and facilities.

You will operate equipment, assist with repairs, and help ensure safe, clean, and welcoming outdoor spaces for the public. This role requires reliability, physical fitness, and adherence to safety rules.

Qualifications

• Six months to one year of work experience in grounds maintenance or related field.
• Ability to operate a variety of light duty equipment safely.
• Familiarity with safety rules and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Beautify parks, green spaces, and City properties through routine maintenance.
• Inspect and clean park grounds and facilities (pavilions, playgrounds, restrooms).
• Provide support to City/Public Works as needed and perform related work.

Skills

PPE usage

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading instructions

Tools

Zero turn mowers

Weed trimmers

Pressure washer

Hand tools

Job description

The City of Bastrop, TX is seeking a Maintenance Worker for its Parks & Recreation team. Under supervision, you will perform grounds maintenance and care for City parks and facilities.

You will operate equipment, assist with repairs, and help ensure safe, clean, and welcoming outdoor spaces for the public. This role requires reliability, physical fitness, and adherence to safety rules.