Parks Maintenance Worker II – Park and Recreation

City of Dallas

. Perform semi-skilled strenuous labor for the Parks and Recreation Department .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $22 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating lawn equipment and performing maintenance tasks for public facilities, ensuring safety and functionality of playgrounds and public areas. Capable of handling hazardous situations and providing quality customer service while maintaining strong relationships.

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Lawn Equipment OperationPreventive MaintenanceSafety Procedures KnowledgeTexas Driver's LicenseCustomer Service

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Hard Skills

MowingLandscaping MaintenanceTrash CollectionDebris CleanupEquipment RepairPower Tool OperationConstruction Tools KnowledgeFlood CleanupPublic Facility MaintenanceHazard Removal

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProfessionalismEfficiency

Industry Keywords

Parks and RecreationPollution Prevention ProgramPublic SafetyEnvironmental InspectionsPublic Interaction

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform semi-skilled strenuous labor for the Parks and Recreation Department
Mow and maintain landscaping in public areas
Collect and dispose of trash and debris
Clean and maintain playgrounds and equipment
Perform maintenance work for facilities and grounds
Load and unload tools, construction materials, and equipment onto trucks
Assist with pollution and environmental inspections and related field work
Support the Pollution Prevention Program
Perform flood and storm debris cleanup
Drive equipment to transport tools, equipment, supplies, or materials to and from work sites
Cut grass, remove litter and weeds, clean floors and facility grounds, street medians, and vacant lots
Remove hazards and ensure tenant safety
Ensure playground and public equipment is safe and functional
Perform repairs to meet regulations and standards
Maintain and monitor sports fields and surrounding areas
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment
Provide quality customer service and competent public interaction
Handle hazardous or dangerous situations professionally and efficiently
Perform other assigned work

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years of experience operating mowers and other lawn equipment while maintaining public facilities, lakes, zoo, aquarium, and park grounds; collecting garbage/brush; and trimming landscape
Texas Driver's License
Knowledge of equipment and tools used in various construction repairs
Ability to maintain and operate hand and power tools
Knowledge and understanding of safety procedures
Ability to read and write
Ability to perform labor for extended periods of time
Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships
Minimum qualification information, including education, experience, and licenses/certifications, must be included in the respective application sections
Education: None

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits
Growth opportunities
Vibrant work culture