Parks Maintenance Worker (Seasonal)

Salary: $13.41 - $15.52 HourlyLocation : Watauga, TX 76148Job Type: SeasonalJob Number: PCS 09-106 JAN 2026Department: Parks & Community ServicesOpening Date: 01/12/2026Closing Date: ContinuousSummary of PositionSeasonal position starting May 1st. Hours are up to 40 hours per week with flexible schedule including some weekends.Under general supervision, conducts work involving performance of manual labor and semi-skilled tasks requiring the use of some acquired skills in Parks activities which may include occasional operation of trucks, tractors, or other mechanized equipment.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms semi-skilled to skilled work in one or more specialized areas of municipal parks operations to include mowing, weed-eating, cleaning buildings, mower maintenance, trash pick-up, planting trees, painting, playground inspections, equipment installation, etc.Accomplishes work as assigned in the operations of park maintenance and special eventsRepairs or replaces damaged items in or around facilities or parks.Installs landscape and ornamental plant materials and irrigation systems as assigned.Operates a variety of maintenance and construction equipment in projects involving complex operating conditions.Performs duties to support the Parks and Community Services programs and rentals.Receives assignments and instructions by a supervisor but is expected to use some discretion in determining proper work methods and procedures.Performs other work as assignedSCOPE OF SUPERVISIONWorks under general supervision of the Parks Supervisor or designee.Minimum QualificationsEducation, Training and Experience GuidelinesHigh school diploma or equivalent; experience or training in Park maintenance and development of facilities, landscaping, and activities preferred.Possession of a valid Texas driver's license.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of:City organization, operations, policies and procedures.City ordinances and applicable state laws.Landscape methods, techniques and principles.Tools, equipment, methods, and materials used in landscaping activities.Work zone safety procedures.Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.Customer service principles and practices.Skill in:Using power and hand tools such as string trimmers, blowers, etc. on a regular basis.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City departments, and the general public.Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTWork is performed both in an indoor and outdoor work environment. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds. May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases.EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Temporary/SeasonalThe City of Watauga offers a variety of employment benefits to all temporary/seasonal employees.SALARY AND RETIREMENTSALARYSalary ranges are designed to be competitive with area industries and municipalities.SOCIAL SECURITYThe City of Watauga is a non-participating agency.PUBLIC AGENCY RETIREMENT SYSTEMPart-time and temporary employees who are not eligible to participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System will contribute 6.2% of gross wages into their tax-deferred 457 Account. The City will contribute 1.3% of the employee's gross wage into the employee's account. Employees are 100% vested immediately in the PARS 457 Account.MEDICAREEmployees are required to contribute 1.45% of their pay for Medicare insurance.DIRECT DEPOSIT