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Groundsworker

Salary

$17.25 - $25.87 Hourly

Location

College Station, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2502467

Department

Parks and Rec Department

Opening Date

10/06/2025

Closing Date

11/14/2025 11:59 PM Central

Hiring Range

$17.25-$18.98

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Description

Under general supervision of the Parks Operations Supervisor, the Groundsworker performs manual labor to establish and maintain the maintenance and upkeep of public parks, grounds, buildings, athletic fields, and related facilities within an assigned area of the Parks and Recreation Department, including but not limited to landscaping, grounds maintenance, mowing, athletic fields, and maintenance of buildings and structures within City parks and other City areas.

Principal Duties

+ Maintain and clean parks, recreational grounds, and other City property.

+ Inspect facilities, identify and report job hazards or possible safety concerns, personnel injuries, accidents, or damage to property to immediate supervisor.

+ Mow and trim vegetation using a variety of manual and power equipment.

+ Perform turf maintenance, dirt work, lining, base setting, and cleaning of buildings and grounds in the routine preparation of athletic fields.

+ Remove and dispose of debris from parks and other City property.

+ Maintain and repair playgrounds and other park structures.

+ Clean and maintain city buildings, restrooms and equipment.

+ Perform some horticulture work with flowers, trees, and shrubs.

+ Perform routine checks and maintenance on vehicles and equipment to ensure operational efficiency and good operating condition; identify and report equipment malfunctions.

+ Assist preparing for special events and recreational programs.

+ Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Valid State of Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge and experience in the use of lawn care equipment.

Available to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Supplemental Information

Drug Screening: Due to the safety and/or security sensitive nature of this position, individuals shall be subject to pre-employment or pre-placement drug and/or controlled substance testing as outlined in City policy.

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An Equal Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

www.cstx.gov/careers

[email protected]

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to include; Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Paid Parental Leave, TMRS-Retirement (2:1 matching), Deferred Compensation, Term Life AD&D, Dependent Life, Flex Benefits, an Employee Health Clinic & Educational Assistance. .

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Are you available to work weekends, holidays and evenings?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you possess a valid Texas driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Please describe your experience in the use of lawn equipment.

04

What qualities and experience do you possess that would make you a good candidate for this position?

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Are you able to perform essential duties in an environment that entails a variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures?

+ Yes

+ No

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED equivalent?

+ Yes

+ No

Required Question

Employer

City of College Station

Address

1101 Texas Avenue

College Station, Texas, 77840

Phone

979-764-3517

Website

http://cstx.gov/careers

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