Irrigation Technician - Parks & Recreation

Scope of Work

Do you enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and being part of a team that makes a visible impact? The City of Midland is looking for a dedicated Parks Maintenance Worker to help keep our parks, athletic fields, and public spaces clean, safe, and inviting for everyone.

In this hands‑on role, you’ll assist with everything from mowing and landscaping to irrigation system upkeep, repairs, and setting up for community events. You’ll operate a variety of tools and equipment, inspect facilities, and help maintain the natural beauty and functionality of Midland’s outdoor spaces.

If you take pride in hard work, enjoy being outdoors year‑round, and want to help your community thrive, we’d love to have you on our team. Be part of what makes Midland green and great — apply today!

• Assist in performing routine park maintenance.
• Inspect parks and athletic areas and facilities for repairs.
• Assist with construction projects as necessary.
• Install and maintain irrigation systems.
• Operate and maintain equipment used in daily operations. Fill out reports and submit to supervision.
• Help set up special events and sports tournaments.
• Work weekends and evenings as required.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Ability to sit, stand, and transport self from building to building. Ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work‑sites. Employee will work in seasonal temperatures, bending, lifting, and moving pieces of equipment in order to complete work or make repairs on parks equipment. Employee may be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals while maintaining parks.

Employee communicates with other employees in the work group and may respond to questions from the general public regarding services or specific projects.

Ability to read and understand work orders and equipment manuals. Skill in the operation of hand tools and equipment such as mowers, tractors, gas‑powered trimmers, saws, and other gardening and maintenance tools.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid Texas Driver's License, CDL preferred.