Senior Park Grounds & Equipment Specialist

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock is seeking a part-time grounds maintenance worker to keep City parks and recreational areas clean and well‑maintained. You will perform mowing, planting, irrigation maintenance, concrete work, and basic repairs, following safety guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds when needed. Part-time with holiday pay eligibility is described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year of experience in grounds keeping or maintenance work.
• Valid TX Driver's License
• Physical Exam Required

Responsibilities

• Construct forms, pour, and finish concrete in the construction of various structures including sidewalks, walls, and curbs.
• Safely drive and maintain City trucks, tractors, mowers and weed eaters.
• Install and maintain sprinklers, occasionally perform basic plumbing, carpentry work, and operate various types of related power tools.
• Mow and edge grass; plant, fertilize, and water trees, flowers, and grass; clean park grounds, restrooms and maintain areas pertaining to any park areas.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Read/write daily instructions

Heavy equipment operation

Basic plumbing/carpentry/painting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 1 year grounds maintenance experience

Tools

Sprinkler irrigation components

Power tools

Job description

The City of Lubbock is seeking a part-time grounds maintenance worker to keep City parks and recreational areas clean and well‑maintained. You will perform mowing, planting, irrigation maintenance, concrete work, and basic repairs, following safety guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Texas driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 100 pounds when needed. Part-time with holiday pay eligibility is described in the posting.