Parks Groundskeeper: Outdoor Maintenance & Landscaping

Harris County; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Precinct 4 Groundskeeper at Zube Park supports the Parks Department in maintaining clean, safe, and well-presented public spaces. You report to the Park Foreman and interact professionally with residents while following park rules and policies.

Responsibilities include operating small engine equipment and large machinery, mowing and pruning, litter control, restroom upkeep, and assisting with irrigation, repairs, and basic construction tasks. Outdoor work in all weather is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or six months of related experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or facilities maintenance.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred to better serve a diverse community.
• Clean driving record and valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of small engine equipment.
• Operate or learn to operate large machinery such as tractors and backhoes.
• Mow, trim, weed, and edge grass and landscaped areas.
• Prune or remove shrubs and trees, including deadfall.
• Maintain cleanliness of park grounds through litter control and debris removal.
• Clean restrooms and empty trash receptacles.
• Use blowers and pressure washers to clean trails, structures, and public areas.
• Perform landscaping duties: plant grass, flowers, trees, shrubs; weed flowerbeds; assist with irrigation system installation and maintenance.
• Load, unload, and transport equipment as needed.
• Repair fences, gates, bleachers, walls, and walkways.
• Paint building interiors and exteriors, pavilions, and parking lots.
• Assist skilled trades staff with maintenance and construction projects (e.g., welding, concrete work, roofing, cabinetry, HVAC systems, plumbing).
• Perform end-of-day duties, including cleaning common areas, removing trash, and maintaining lavatories and kitchen areas.
• Be available to work before, during, or after emergencies or disasters, as required.
• Represent Precinct 4 with professionalism at all times, including assisting constituents and reinforcing park rules as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned in support of Precinct 4 operations and our commitment to service excellence.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Harris County Precinct 4 Groundskeeper at Zube Park supports the Parks Department in maintaining clean, safe, and well-presented public spaces. You report to the Park Foreman and interact professionally with residents while following park rules and policies.

Responsibilities include operating small engine equipment and large machinery, mowing and pruning, litter control, restroom upkeep, and assisting with irrigation, repairs, and basic construction tasks. Outdoor work in all weather is required.