Groundskeeper

YSLETA DEL SUR PUEBLO • El Paso, TX

159d • $13 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining the appearance, safety, and functionality of all grounds, landscaped areas, facilities, and outdoor spaces owned and operated by the Pueblo.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent (G.E.D).
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s license and be insurable.
• Must be able to successfully pass a post-offer drug screen and criminal background investigation.
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, including mowing, trimming, edging, planting, pruning, and irrigation.
• Knowledge of safe operation and basic maintenance of landscaping equipment and power tools.
• Knowledge of workplace safety standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Knowledge of fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and proper application procedures.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems and components.
• Skill in operating landscaping and maintenance equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, blowers, chainsaws, and tractors.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot equipment or maintenance concerns.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to learn to read basic blueprints/schematics in order to locate irrigation lines, controllers, and irrigation components.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on one and small group situations to customers and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to support emergency response, special events, or seasonal operations when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Ground maintenance experience preferred.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, trim, and maintain lawns, landscaped areas, rights-of-way, and other grounds to established standards.
• Remove weeds, litter, debris, leaves, and other materials from grounds, walkways, parking lots, and public areas.
• Maintains landscaping for Pueblo grounds.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, weed trimmers, blowers, chainsaws, tractors, and other power equipment.
• Administers chemicals in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
• Maintain sidewalks, parking lots, fences, signs, and outdoor facilities to ensure a safe and attractive environment.
• Assists other Pueblo Maintenance divisions as needed.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations, including storm cleanup, flooding, fallen trees, and other hazards.
• Other related duties as required and assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED