Park Technician

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Full Time Floresville, TX, US 1 Attachments

4 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $35,178.00 To $43,973.00 Annually

Job Closes: 09/28/2026

Assists in the development, operation, and maintenance of River Authority Park properties and paddling trails.

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.

• Conducts routine patrols of parks grounds and interacts with the public; inspects River Authority assets to provide a safe, clean, and enjoyable experience to our constituents.
• Maintains Saspamco and Goliad paddling trails.
• May performs guided paddling trips; and implement paddling clean up events.
• Reports daily status updates for ongoing projects and tasks to the Park Crew leader.
• Operates Park vehicles, motorized equipment, and boats and performs routine maintenance.
• Performs tasks requiring basic skills in vegetative management, general construction, farm and ranch work, facility, and grounds maintenance.
• Fosters good public relations and communication with the public on proper rules and regulations governing a safe and enjoyable park experience.
• Operates mowers and tractors to maintain desirable vegetation.
• Applies pesticides and herbicides for control of insects and noxious weeds following safe and acknowledged label procedures under general supervision.
• May operate and maintain a splash pad.
• Performs related work as required.

• This position does not directly supervise any employees.

• Park Technician I: A High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency and two (2) year of experience in working outdoors, building and/or grounds and park maintenance with physical labor involved; or a combination of experience and education that results in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Within six (6) months of employment: ability to attain a “Handlers Verification Card” for herbicide application; attain a Texas Parks & Wildlife Boater Safety card; obtain CPR/First Aid Certification
• Obtain a Certified Pool operator license and Splash pad certification within one (1) year of employment.
• Confined space entry certification within (1) one year of employment
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and an insurable driving record.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• Parks operations and maintenance
• Aquatic systems programming
• Mechanics and preventative maintenance
• First aid

• Oral and written communication
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Swimming ability
• Good judgement and decision making
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work as a team
• Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and SARA Core Values of Stewardship, Integrity, and Excellence.

Work Environment and Physical Effort: (check the appropriate box:)

Physical Effort Requirements

Sedentary

Medium

Good: Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

Satisfactory:Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards.…