Part-Time Groundskeeper (2)
City of La Porte
La Porte, TX 77571
$15.00 - $15.75 an hour
Description
PART-TIME GROUNDSKEEPER (SEABREEZE PARK)
Category: Part-Time
Status: Open
Hourly: Min: $15.00 - Mid: $15.75
Published: October 3, 2025
Closing: Until filled
Status: Open
Hourly: Min: $15.00 - Mid: $15.75
Published: October 3, 2025
Closing: Until filled
DEFINITION
To perform a variety of semi-skilled gardening and landscape maintenance and custodial duties. To assist in the supervision of activities and functions conducted at the park, as well as Recreation Centers.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Under the direct supervision of the Park Superintendent & Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
Must check schedules and assignments through Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Check I.D. upon entering Park.
- Assist Lessee with any reasonable requests.
- Report any incidents and/or accidents to the person "on call" immediately. Report any problems to immediate supervisor.
- Rake leaves, clean walks, fields, fishing pier and other facilities.
- Spade and otherwise prepare ground around plants and shrubs. Plant and maintain trees, flowers and shrubs.
- Pick up rubbish and paper and perform general grounds cleaning.
- Mow, trim, weed and water.
- Responsible for weekly reports and mechanical checks on facility equipment.
- Assist in maintaining recreational facilities.
- Weekly operations of recreation centers, rentals, tours and scheduled events.
- Moving/lifting equipment up to 50 pounds (ex: tables, chairs, etc.)
- Perform related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to extreme fumes, odors, dust/mites, and mechanical hazards; exposure to extreme cold, heat, temperature swings and constant noise; walking; twisting body; working in trenches; stooping; standing; squatting; sitting; seeing; kneeling; grasping; climbing; cleaning; reading; reaching above shoulder level; pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of a weed eater, lawn mower, blower, edger and a variety of hand tools and miscellaneous cleaning supplies; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Basic methods, tools, materials and equipment used in grounds and facility maintenance work. Safe work practices.
Principles and practices of organization, public relations and human relations.
Ability to:
- Perform semi-skilled landscape maintenance work.
- Operate a variety of mowers, edger’s and other routine park maintenance equipment.
- Perform minor repairs on buildings, fences, athletic fields and other facilities.
- Learn to operate a variety of light mechanical equipment.
- Perform custodial services.
- Interpret and explain departmental policies and procedures.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Work a flexible schedule. Hours include evening and weekend work.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
No prior work experience required.
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
- Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.