Parks Maintenance Worker III

City of Victoria TX; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

TMRS retirement with employer match

Paid holidays and vacation

Sick leave and parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

City of Victoria TX is seeking a Parks Maintenance Worker III with a valid driver’s license to perform a range of park and facilities duties across athletic fields and playgrounds. You will lead crew members, operate heavy equipment, and handle basic carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks as needed.

The role supports mowing, irrigation, trash removal, and event setup, while focusing on safety and efficient maintenance. CDL may be required for certain tasks.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety regulations and chemical handling.
• Experience in maintaining public spaces and athletic fields.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong teamwork, customer service, and public interaction.
• Valid driver's license with CDL if required for tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead team in park equipment operation and repairs.
• Operate heavy equipment and perform basic carpentry, electrical, and plumbing tasks.
• Maintain athletic fields, mow, trim trees, and manage irrigation.
• Assist with park improvements and event setup.
• Ensure safety and proper storage of tools and supplies.

Skills

Team leadership

Heavy equipment operation

Lawn and grounds maintenance

Safety compliance

Teamwork and communication

Independent work

Education

Class C driver's license

CDL may be required

TDA License / Certified Pool Operator

Grounds Keeper University Certification

Heavy Equipment Certifications

Tools

Backhoe/Front end Loader

Bobcat

Bucket truck

Trailer towing 16ft gooseneck

Pole saw / Chainsaw / Woodchipper

Knuckle boom truck

Irrigation systems

Sprinkler timing controls

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Parks Maintenance Worker III w/ Driver’s License performs a variety of entry level duties within the division under the parks, athletics, and/or facilities team. The nature of the work may differ depending on the parks and team’s needs.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Read operating manuals and lead team members with any park amenity or equipment operation and repairs; assisting in training team members in cleaning and maintenance of tools and inspecting equipment fluids and/grease needed.
• Leads by example and assist crew leader identify team needs with work truck usages, trailers in proper working condition, and ensures tools are ready and stored ready for daily tasks
• Use of heavy equipment operation to include Backhoe/Front end Loader, Bobcat, Bucket truck, Trailer towing 16ft gooseneck
• Performs basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing needs at park and athletic field restrooms to include working on sinks, toilets, drinking fountains, lights, etc. Installs and replaces worn down trash bins, picnic tables and other park related equipment as necessary
• Leads team members in mowing assignments (using Tractor/ Rough Mower) and edges park and ballfield grass areas; blows off sidewalks and walkways and collects trash and debris from grounds
• Leads team members in trees and bushes trimming with use of all equipment and maintenance checks with team members for use of a pole saw, chain saw and woodchipper, bucket truck and knuckle boom truck
• Performs applying appropriate fertilizers and pesticides and Vector Control measures as required
• Duck Pond Maintenance as required.
• Performs maintenance on athletic fields to include Verticutting, field leveling, water evacuation, and string lines foul line sprayer lines appropriate for sporting field set up and be on-call for post hour events.
• Maintains, set timing controls and troubleshoots sprinklers and irrigation lines; repairs and replaces parts as needed.
• Maintains Splash pads daily for leaks, replacing motors and PVC piping, preforms backwash and other daily functions
• Assist the crew leader in oversite of repairs and playgrounds replacement projects to included but not limited to basketball courts, playgrounds, lighting, sod and dirt work, fencing and control post, etc.
• Leads teams at Recreation Events for set-up, tear down and during event programing
• Stands in to perform duties of level 1 and level 2 parks teams in absence thereof.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned for business needs.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed outdoors at various City parks and facilities and requires exposure to various weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery, and potential exposure to infectious diseases. May be required to traverse uneven surfaces and lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, safety regulations, and proper handling of chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides.
• Experience with maintaining public spaces and athletic fields, including field markings for various sports.
• Chemical, pesticide, and herbicide application, use, and storage practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting landscape maintenance tools, equipment, and irrigation systems.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Strong teamwork, customer service, and communication skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues and the public.
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team while ensuring compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
• Must possess a valid Class C State driver’s license, Class B Commercial driver’s license may be required depending on tasks assigned.
• TDA License, Certified pool Operator, Highly Recommended. Grounds Keeper University Certified, Heavy Equipment Certifications. as required within 1 Year.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full‑time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long‑term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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