Caretaker, Outdoor ​/ Nature, Groundskeeper

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Position Description

About the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis

There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners, along with an elected county judge, serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court, the administrative head of the county’s government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.

With approximately 1.17 million residents, Harris County Precinct One is a diverse, urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct One’s multi‑racial, multi‑ethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American, 38 percent Latino, 21 percent Anglo, 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other. It includes a large section of Downtown Houston, the Texas Medical Center, and major universities. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks, 10 community centers, numerous hike‑and‑bike trails, three maintenance service centers and several area offices.

The

Mission of the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis

• Advancing more effective, fair and equitable criminal justice system.
• Furthering economic justice, equity, and opportunity for all Harris County residents.
• Ensuring equitable outcomes in health and access to quality, affordable healthcare.
• Fighting for environmental and climate justice that keeps all communities safe and healthy.
• Equitably investing in resilient infrastructure and transportation.
• Building and defending voting rights and a democracy that ensures equitable representation.
• Progressing equity and social and racial justice as common threads through all areas of public policy and public service.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Duties include but are not limited to grounds keeping, litter and debris control, mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, tree trimming and removal, planting, and watering.
• The ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools is essential. Additional duties include maintaining and cleaning facilities, restrooms, and equipment.
• All work assignments are outdoors and subject to weekend, after‑hours, and holiday scheduling.
• All other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274‑5445 or email

Requirements Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Experience

• Caretaker I – One (1) year of related experience
• Caretaker II – Three (3) years of related experience
• Caretaker III – Five (5) years of related experience

Licensure

• Valid Texas State Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Knowledge of operating groundskeeping equipment, power tools, and hand tools.
• Ability to work well with the public and staff members
• Ability to work outdoors

NOTE

Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but only information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

General Information Position Type

• Full‑time | Regular

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Position involves stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, walking, standing, climbing, driving, and lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather.
• Individuals may be exposed to heat, cold, loud noise, and dust.

What You Get In Return

Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full‑time continued employment. Vacation, sick time, and floating holidays allow employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.

About

the Parks Division

The Parks Subdivision’s mission is to enrich the lives of the residents of Harris County by inspiring visitors to learn, play and connect by creating diverse programs and experiences in public places…