Parks Maintenance Worker - Athletics
Salary
$37,164.01 - $54,258.33 Annually
Location
DeSoto, TX
Job Type
Regular Fulltime
Job Number
01190
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Maintenance
Opening Date
05/30/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
50
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description
This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.
Our Core Values
We LOVE DeSoto
L- We lift up our community
O- We take ownership of our collective performance
V- We value and respect all employees
E- We empower employees to grow
The purpose of this position is to ensure City parks and public areas are maintained and provide a clean and safe public park environment. This is accomplished by completing maintenance and repairs to City grounds; operating equipment; performing minor equipment repairs; maintaining park and playground equipment; performing landscaping duties; cleaning and maintaining public restrooms; setting up and breaking down equipment for events; and removing graffiti. Other duties include operating City vehicles and responding to emergency maintenance requests.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains the appearance and safety of grounds, medians, rights-of-way, and other property by mowing, trimming and edging; spraying shrubs and trees with fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides; removing debris; maintaining irrigation systems; and planting grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
Ensures the readiness of athletic fields by leveling and smoothing the surface; painting; striping; prepping for play; completing repairs; and inspecting equipment.
Maintains the appearance and safety of playground and picnic areas by removing litter; emptying trash; and inspecting, repairing or replacing worn or damaged equipment.
Maintains vehicles by checking fluids; stocking vehicles with equipment, materials, and supplies; logging mileage and related information; and reporting maintenance or repairs.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
Please note that an extensive amount of weekend and overtime is required for this position
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of parks, roadways, and landscapes
Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures
Skill in the use of hand and power tools
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
Employer
City of DeSoto
Salary
$37,164.01 - $54,258.33 Annually
Location
DeSoto, TX
Job Type
Regular Fulltime
Job Number
01190
Department
Parks and Recreation
Division
Maintenance
Opening Date
05/30/2025
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Max Number of Applicants
50
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
QUESTIONS
Description
This position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration.
Our Core Values
We LOVE DeSoto
L- We lift up our community
O- We take ownership of our collective performance
V- We value and respect all employees
E- We empower employees to grow
The purpose of this position is to ensure City parks and public areas are maintained and provide a clean and safe public park environment. This is accomplished by completing maintenance and repairs to City grounds; operating equipment; performing minor equipment repairs; maintaining park and playground equipment; performing landscaping duties; cleaning and maintaining public restrooms; setting up and breaking down equipment for events; and removing graffiti. Other duties include operating City vehicles and responding to emergency maintenance requests.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Maintains the appearance and safety of grounds, medians, rights-of-way, and other property by mowing, trimming and edging; spraying shrubs and trees with fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides; removing debris; maintaining irrigation systems; and planting grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
Ensures the readiness of athletic fields by leveling and smoothing the surface; painting; striping; prepping for play; completing repairs; and inspecting equipment.
Maintains the appearance and safety of playground and picnic areas by removing litter; emptying trash; and inspecting, repairing or replacing worn or damaged equipment.
Maintains vehicles by checking fluids; stocking vehicles with equipment, materials, and supplies; logging mileage and related information; and reporting maintenance or repairs.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent
Please note that an extensive amount of weekend and overtime is required for this position
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of methods, materials and techniques used in the construction and maintenance of parks, roadways, and landscapes
Knowledge of standard safety processes, work gear and procedures
Skill in the use of hand and power tools
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials
Employer
City of DeSoto
Job ID: 479402484
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2025
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