Groundskeeper IV

Overview

The Groundskeeper IV position at the Texas Facilities Commission involves highly complex (senior-level) grounds, irrigation and building maintenance work. Work includes caring for and maintaining the appearance of grounds and exterior areas of state buildings, and maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, tools, equipment, and supplies. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

• The Position:
  As a Groundskeeper IV, you will perform highly complex (senior-level) grounds, irrigation and building maintenance work. Work involves caring for and maintaining the appearance of grounds and exterior areas of state buildings, and maintaining and repairing irrigation systems, tools, equipment, and supplies. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The Texas Facilities Commission (TFC) builds, supports, maintains, and manages facilities to house state agencies and employees, and oversees related services including landscaping, custodial, and infrastructure support.

• TFC is looking for a Groundskeeper IV to perform highly complex (senior-level) grounds, irrigation and building maintenance work for the Facilities Management and Operations Division.

• Health insurance options including employer-paid components for full-time employees
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Retirement Plan and 401(k)
• Dental and Vision insurance plans
• Disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or completion of GED.
• Three (3) years experience in professional grounds operations.
• Education and experience may be substituted for one another on a year-for-year basis.
• Valid State of Texas Class C drivers license.

Must possess the ability to attest to and maintain the security or integrity of the state's critical infrastructure requirement to be considered for hire and to maintain employment.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, including inspecting the proper operation, repairing, and maintaining these systems.
• Knowledge of building grounds, maintenance and landscaping tools and equipment, and safety procedures.
• Skill in the operation of riding sweepers, motorized and gas-operated equipment.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Facilities Services