Parks Crew Leader, (A263115-3), 205, Parks Maintenance
Salary
$18.93 Hourly
Location
Laredo, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
A263115-3
Department
Parks and Recreation (31/90)
Division
Parks Maintenance
Opening Date
07/08/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
- Description
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Job Description
Serves as a group leader to a small number of laborers and/or groundskeepers; participates in the general maintenance of parks facilities and grounds; instructs and trains employees on proper methods and procedures; reviews and inspects work in progress and upon completion for compliance with standards; ensures all park equipment is accounted for at the end of each days work.
Essential Functions/ Job Competencies/ Physical Requirements
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.
- Coordinates, assigns, monitors, and participates in building and grounds maintenance activities; instructs and trains employees the proper methods and procedures; reviews work in progress and checks for compliance standards upon completion.
- Receives work orders from the supervisor; checks and picks-up equipment; transports crews and equipment to designated areas and follows through with work orders.
- Picks up trash from different areas and arranges for transportation to the City landfill.
- Cuts grass when needed.
- Ensures all equipment checked out of the warehouse is returned at the end of the day.
- Picks up equipment needed for special projects from the compound.
- Checks sites for vandalism and broken equipment.
- Prepares and maintains accurate reports regarding status of repairs and maintenance performed by the crew.
- Assists in maintaining good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of general building and grounds maintenance practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance equipment.
Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to instruct, train, and monitor the work of employees performing building and grounds maintenance work.
- Ability to inspect employee work for compliance with acceptable standards.
- Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of subordinates.
- Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredos policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.
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 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
- 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
Sometimes
- Office or similar indoor environment
Frequently
Often
- Outdoor environment
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
- Vehicles
- Warehouse environment
Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Sometimes
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Frequently
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Often
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
- Moving mechanical parts
- Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Travel Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
Sometimes:
- Regional travel
- National travel
Often
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or G.E.D.
OR
- At least two (2) years of City of Laredo full-time employment experience.
- At least three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience performing grounds and facility maintenance work.
Valid Licenses and Certifications
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
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.
The City of Laredo provides a benefit compensation package that includes the following for all Full-time regular employees:
- 10 days of paid vacation per year
- 6 1/2 days sick leave per year
- Pension plan
- 16 paid Holidays
- Paid health*
- Dental plan*
- Life insurance*
- 30 day waiting period
For a full description of our benefits, please visit our website at: www.cityoflaredohr.com under Employee Benefits
01
Are you a current regular full-time or part-time City of Laredo employee?
- I am a full-time City of Laredo employee
- I am a part-time City of Laredo
- I am not a full-time of part-time City of Laredo employee
02
What is your highest level of education?
- Some High School
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency
- 30 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- 60 completed college hours (credits) from an accredited college or university
- Associates Degree from an accredited college or university
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
- Masters Degree from an accredited college or university
- PhD from an accredited college or university
- Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
- Other Post Graduate Degree from an accredited college or university
- None of the above
03
Do you have at least two (2) years of City of Laredo full-time employment experience?
04
Do you have three (3) years progressively responsible experience performing grounds and facility maintenance work?
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From the experience you provided on your application, list the name of the agencies you performed progressively responsible work experience performing grounds and facility maintenance work with: Note: Do not answer this question with "See Resume" or "See Application". Doing so will automatically disqualify your application from the process.]]]
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Failure to complete all sections of your application, including the "Driver License", "Education", "Work Experience", "Certifications and Licenses" (if applicable), and "Agency-Wide Questions" will result in your application not being processed. Please complete the City's application to include all current and previous work history, relevant education, and any license(s)/certification information that may be required. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification for employment consideration.
- I have read and understand the above information
- I have read and do not understand the above information. I will contact the Human Resources Department for further explanation at (956) 791-7480.
Required Question
Employer City of Laredo
Address 1110 Houston St.
Laredo, Texas, 78042
Phone (956) 791-7480
Website http://www.laredocityjobs.com