Job Details

Utilities Groundskeeper

To perform a variety of semi-skilled landscape maintenance, utility maintenance, and related custodial duties. Receives direct supervision from the Water Production and Treatment Plant Supervisors. Essential job functions include:

• Mow, trim and weed water production, wastewater treatment, lift station and other City Facilities.
• Operate a zero-turn riding tractor, push mowers, weed trimmers, blowers and related ground maintenance equipment.
• Rake leaves, clean walks, buildings, pick up rubbish. Perform general grounds building maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining water production and waste treatment facilities.
• Assist in water distribution and collection maintenance work.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Physical requirements include mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to 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 75 pounds; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; fine finger manipulation; operation of a weed trimmer, lawn mower, blower, edger and a variety of hand tools; operating a motor vehicle through city traffic.

Qualifications include knowledge of basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in grounds and building maintenance work. Safe work practices under hazardous conditions. Ability to perform semi-skilled landscape maintenance work, operate a variety of mowers, edger, and other ground maintenance equipment, perform minor repairs on buildings, fences, and other facilities, perform heavy manual labor, and learn to operate a variety of light mechanical equipment.

No prior work experience required. High School Diploma or GED preferred. Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License.

The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.