Parks & Grounds Technician I - Outdoor Maintenance

City of Forney; Forney (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Forney is seeking a dependable Parks Maintenance Technician I to join our Parks & Recreation team. This role performs a variety of park maintenance tasks including grounds keeping, irrigation, repairs, and basic construction to keep parks and athletic spaces safe and inviting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to perform unskilled to skilled work outdoors. No prior experience required; training provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties including litter removal and custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, event setup/removal, and maintaining park facilities and equipment.
• Irrigates, mows, weeds, and trims lawns and landscaped areas, plants and maintains vegetation, and trims bushes.
• Assists with athletic field preparation and maintenance; repairs irrigation systems; adjusts schedules as needed; clears debris from walkways and facilities.
• Performs basic construction, carpentry, plumbing, and painting tasks; cleans/restocks bathrooms; disposes of waste; troubleshoots minor electrical issues.
• Installs and inspects playground equipment and related park features; refers issues to appropriate staff for further attention.
• Operates equipment used in park maintenance (mowers, light tractors, dump trucks, loaders).
• Identifies hazards or maintenance needs and documents them; maintains records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Litter removal

Custodial duties

Event setup

Irrigation maintenance

Equipment operation

Hazard identification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

City of Forney is seeking a dependable Parks Maintenance Technician I to join our Parks & Recreation team. This role performs a variety of park maintenance tasks including grounds keeping, irrigation, repairs, and basic construction to keep parks and athletic spaces safe and inviting.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to perform unskilled to skilled work outdoors. No prior experience required; training provided.