Quinta Mazatlan-Groundskeeper I

mcallen; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement (2:1 matching)

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick and medical leave

Funeral leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance and longevity pay

Job summary

City of McAllen is seeking a Groundskeeper I to landscape and maintain city grounds using hand or power tools. You will perform sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking and sprinkler maintenance to keep public spaces safe and attractive.

Under immediate supervision, you will carry out manual tasks that support the City’s parks and grounds, assisting with routine maintenance and seasonal projects to enhance the community’s outdoor environments.

Job description

Under immediate supervision, the Groundskeeper I landscapes and maintains grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment. The employee typically performs a variety of manual tasks to include any combination of sod laying, mowing, trimming, planting, watering, fertilizing, digging, raking, and maintaining sprinkler systems.

About the Organization:

McAllen is one of the fastest growing cities in America with a population alone close to 148,000. Known for its tropical breezes, mild winter weather, brightly colored birds, and low cost of living, McAllen offers world-class nature tourism, outstanding arts and entertainment opportunities, great sporting and outdoor activities, enchanting cultural diversity and a lively spirit. It is the home to an international airport, world birding center, symphony orchestra, performing arts center, twenty-five parks and year-round family-friendly events. It is driven by its Mission of consistently providing high quality services and quality of life to all who live, work and visit the City of McAllen and three core values: Integrity, Accountability, and Commitment. It is devoted to truth and honesty, providing courteous, open and responsible public service, and dedicated to responsiveness and excellence.

About the Benefits:

• retirement (2:1 matching)
• health/dental/vision insurance
• paid vacation
• sick and medical leave
• funeral leave
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• life insurance and longevity pay