Groundskeeper, (B253196-4), 202, Buena Vista Sports Complex

REVISED 10/01/2025

Performs maintenance work for Buena Vista Sports Complex. Operates heavy equipment, maintains landscaping, and performs janitorial duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Plants, waters, fertilizes, edges, and cuts grass; rakes leaves; trims and prunes trees and hedges; trims, pulls, and sprays weeds.
• Checks grounds for vandalism and damages; erases or paints over graffiti on walls.
• Picks-up trash and other debris and disposes properly; sweeps sidewalks.
• Performs minor carpentry work; cleans air-conditioner filters; replaces light bulbs in buildings; performs minor paint jobs.
• Drives tractor mower and trucks to haul debris; maintains City vehicles including checking oil, gas, and water levels.
• Assists in performing minor plumbing repairs such as installing the sprinkler systems; digs trench and makes adjustments to the pipe and pipefitting; assists in repairing sinks, toilets, and faucets in buildings.
• Maintains recreational fields, marks foul lines and home plate.
• Sets up for services and events, provides customer service, and breaks down at close of event.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records regarding work performed.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for city business use.
• Performs related work as required.
  
  

Knowledge Of

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of hand and small power tools
• Knowledge of irrigation system
• Knowledge of custodial practices and techniques
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Skill in organization and time management
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to comply with City policies and procedures
• Ability to maintain vehicles and equipment
• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

Position will have the following exposures

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
  
  

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Confined space
  
  

Frequently

• Vehicles
• Warehouse environment
  
  

Often

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
  
  

Exposures

Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Seldom

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
  
  

Frequently

• Moving mechanical parts
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
  
  

Often

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
  
  

Travel

Position will require the employee to travel

Never

• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel
  
  

Seldom

• Local travel
  
  

Required Education And Experience

• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
  
  

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Identification card or Government Issued card is required at the time of job offer and hire. Must have reliable form of transportation to and from work site and is expected to arrive at work site on a timely basis.
  
  

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.

City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.