Job Description

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple?

Maintenance Worker, under the general supervision of the Foreman, performs maintenance of park landscaping and general park maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Assists the Horticulture Crew Lead in the proper maintenance of landscaped areas
• Inspects, repairs, and maintains playground fixtures, signage, pavilions, trash cans and other park amenities
• Occasionally spray herbicides or apply fertilizer under direct supervision of a licensed applicator
• Assists with preparation of special events to include set-up, staging, and clean-up
• Performs and documents regular vehicle and equipment inspections
• Completes and submits required paperwork in Maint Trac
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience in landscaping, horticulture, or related field

Preferred Qualifications
• Two (2) years of experience in landscape/horticulture field
• Prior experience operating basic landscaping equipment including truck, trailer, pruning and power equipment

Licenses and Certifications
• Valid driver’s license

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.