Parks Worker II

City of Pasadena; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical insurance

On-site medical clinic

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match program

Generous vacation accrual

Job summary

The City of Pasadena is seeking a Parks Worker II to lead and perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, and landscaping tasks across City parks and facilities. The role includes directing daily crews, training staff, and overseeing safety practices while working with limited supervision.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, irrigation work, litter collection, and assisting major construction projects.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED; 1–3 months related experience in parks maintenance, landscaping, construction, or related field.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor (lifting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, standing).
• Valid Texas Driver’s License and good driving record.
• Preferred: Class B CDL.
• Texas license/certification to apply herbicides.
• Experience leading or supervising work crews.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily park maintenance activities and supervise assigned staff.
• Perform litter removal, groundskeeping, and facility upkeep.
• Mow, trim, prune, and maintain landscaped areas and trees.
• Construct, install, and maintain flower beds, irrigation components, and walkways.
• Assist with or lead construction/repair projects on park facilities.
• Ensure safety policies are followed and equipment is operated properly.
• Report mechanical issues and maintain tools and vehicles.

Skills

Leadership

Physical stamina

Team supervision

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mowers

Weed eaters

Trimmers

Irrigation systems

Job description

Duties:

The Parks Worker II position performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, construction, and landscaping duties related to the upkeep and improvement of City parks, grounds, and recreational facilities. In addition to performing hands‑on work, this position serves as a crew leader, providing day‑to‑day direction, training, and oversight of assigned staff and work crews. The Parks Worker II works with limited supervision. Leads and participates in daily park maintenance activities, including litter removal, groundskeeping, and facility upkeep. Collects litter and debris from parks and recreational areas by hand; fills, removes, and disposes of trash bags (averaging approximately ten filled bags per person per morning). Empties trash receptacles and ensures proper disposal of waste in City‑designated dumpsters. Loads and unloads trash, equipment, and materials from City trucks and trailers. Mows grass and maintains landscaped areas using riding mowers, push mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, and related equipment. Trims around trees, buildings, sidewalks, playground equipment, and park fixtures to maintain safe and attractive conditions. Constructs, installs, and maintains flower beds, landscaped areas, and irrigation components as assigned. Assists with or leads construction and repair projects involving walkways, park structures, playground equipment, benches, shelters, fencing, and related facilities. Plants, prunes, and maintains trees, shrubs, and other vegetation; trims tree limbs as needed for safety and appearance. Applies herbicides and other landscape treatments in accordance with state regulations when properly licensed or certified. Performs routine inspection, cleaning, and basic maintenance of tools, equipment, and vehicles; reports mechanical issues or safety concerns. Ensures assigned crew members follow established safety policies, procedures, and proper equipment operation. Assists with training new or less‑experienced workers in job duties, equipment use, and safety practices. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Works the assigned schedule and complies with the City’s timekeeping and attendance policy.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED). One to three months of related experience or training in parks maintenance, landscaping, construction, or a related field. Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical labor, including lifting and carrying materials, kneeling, crouching and bending; pushing, pulling and reaching; and standing for prolonged periods of time. Valid Texas Driver’s License and a good driving record. PREFERRED: Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Texas license or certification to apply herbicides. Previous experience leading or supervising work crews.

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full‑time employees

For example:

• Employee‑only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay‑period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
  • Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 11 to less than 21 years of service – four weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 21 to less than 26 years of service – five weeks of vacation per year.
  • From 26 years of service and up – six weeks of vacation per year.