Urban Grounds & Facilities Technician

City of Laredo; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Laredo is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform groundskeeping, custodial tasks, and basic facility upkeep across City buildings and grounds.

This role requires operating light to heavy equipment, driving trucks, and assisting in plumbing and minor repairs, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Applicants must be at least 18, hold a Texas Driver License, and consent to background checks and drug testing.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate hand and small power tools and follow safety procedures.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to maintain records and meet schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plants, waters, fertilizes, edges, and cuts grass; rakes leaves; trims and prunes trees and hedges; trims, pulls, and sprays weeds.
• Checks grounds for vandalism and damages; erases or paints over graffiti on walls.
• Picks-up trash and other debris and disposes properly; sweeps sidewalks.
• Performs minor carpentry work; cleans air-conditioner filters; replaces light bulbs in buildings; performs minor paint jobs.
• Drives tractor mower and trucks to haul debris; maintains City vehicles including checking oil, gas, and water levels.
• Assists in performing minor plumbing repairs such as installing the sprinkler systems; digs trench and makes adjustments to the pipe and pipe-fitting; assists in repairing sinks, toilets, and faucets in buildings.
• Maintains recreational fields; marks foul lines and home plate.
• Sets up for services and events, provides customer service, and breaks down at close of event.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records regarding work performed.

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Relationships

Deadlines

Written instructions

Policy compliance

Job description

City of Laredo is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform groundskeeping, custodial tasks, and basic facility upkeep across City buildings and grounds.

This role requires operating light to heavy equipment, driving trucks, and assisting in plumbing and minor repairs, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Applicants must be at least 18, hold a Texas Driver License, and consent to background checks and drug testing.