Groundskeeper — Parks and Cemetery

Job overview

The Groundskeeper role is onsite in Portales, NM, with pay of $13.48 per hour, also listed as $23,038.40 annually. The position supports the City of Portales Parks/Cemetery Department and the care of city parks, recreational facilities, and the cemetery. The groundskeeper performs outdoor maintenance and physical labor to keep public grounds and facilities maintained. The role also assists with cemetery work, pool preparation, and light maintenance of buildings, vehicles, and equipment.

What you'll do

• Dig and close graves
• water, rake, mow, and trim lawns, shrubs, and trees
• perform minor sprinkler maintenance
• assist with custodial work
• remove dirt, snow, brush, and debris
• wash equipment
• perform light vehicle and equipment maintenance
• change ballpark light bulbs
• and help prepare and maintain the city pool.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

groundskeeper

parks and cemetery

portales nm

city of portales

parks maintenance

cemetery

lawn care

mowing

tree and shrub trimming

pool maintenance

monday–friday

7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

$13.48 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; additional hours, weekends, and holidays may be required. The posting states that a high school diploma and previous experience are desired but not required.

About the employer

City of Portales is hiring for this role. Industry: Legislative Bodies. Sector: 92.