Seasonal Parks Maintenance Technician

City of Waxahachie; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Waxahachie is seeking a seasonal Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks across city parks, cemetery, and sports complexes. Duties include mowing, irrigation, trash pickup, and assisting during events, with operation of light equipment.

Entry to journey level position with no supervisory duties; must have HS diploma or GED and a valid Texas driver license. Position ends by December 31, 2026, with ongoing applications reviewed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of general maintenance experience.
• Valid State driver license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in repair and maintenance of city parks, cemetery, and sports complex including operating equipment.
• Perform mowing, weed eating, planting, irrigation, trash pickup, and bathroom cleaning.
• Maintain ball fields by mowing, tilling, leveling and striping.
• Support events with setup, cleanup and traffic control.
• Operate light equipment: mowers, edgers, tiller, pickup truck, chainsaw, etc.
• Maintain and repair assigned vehicles and report major repair needs.
• Show cemetery plots to customers and mark graves.
• Assist other departments during events as needed.
• Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.
• Respond to public inquiries courteously and professionally.

Education

High School diploma or GED

One year general maintenance experience

Driver license (State)

Job description

The City of Waxahachie is seeking a seasonal Maintenance Worker to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks across city parks, cemetery, and sports complexes. Duties include mowing, irrigation, trash pickup, and assisting during events, with operation of light equipment.

Entry to journey level position with no supervisory duties; must have HS diploma or GED and a valid Texas driver license. Position ends by December 31, 2026, with ongoing applications reviewed.