Field Maintenance Worker - Public Works Service Centers - Bexar County, TX : Job Details

Salary: $3,042.00 MonthlyLocation : San Antonio, TXJob Type: Full-time RegularJob Number: 2025-02125Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 07/30/2025Closing Date: Continuous SummaryUnder direct supervision, in the assigned division of the Parks and Grounds Section or Public Works, is responsible for performing road maintenance; assists in the construction of roads; directs traffic on road construction sites; performs general park maintenance; repairs and maintains park equipment and gardening tools; and performs other related duties as required.Duties and Responsibilities Performs manual labor at construction sites Assists maintenance crew in the construction of roads Performs repair patching of roadways and concrete Performs flagging of vehicles to direct traffic on road construction sites for public safety Picks up and disposes of trash, brush and dead animals Cleans picnic areas, park restrooms, buildings and kitchen area Mows and trims lawn, shrubbery and trees and repairs and maintains gardening equipment and tools Paints buildings, picnic tables, playground and recreational equipment Performs concrete and masonry, minor plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs May perform other maintenance duties as assigned May supervise community restitution workers Repairs, removes or replaces worn out or damages park equipment Performs other duties as required Minimum Qualifications Graduation from High School or General Education Development (GED) certificate, and one (1) year experience in lawns, grounds and maintenance work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge of various gardening, trimming and cutting equipment; knowledge of basic equipment and repairs; knowledge of safety standards and practices Skill in the operation of hand and power tools; skill in operating various hand and electric tools and gas-operated gardening and landscaping equipment Ability to perform routine, repetitive work; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; ability to work in any park as assigned; ability to establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships with co-workers, other County maintenance personnel and the general public Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test Must be able and willing to attend training at department's discretion May be assigned to any or various county facilities Required to be on call 24/7/365 May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek When required, shall work extra hours, holidays, weekends and other shiftsWorking Environment and Physical Demands: Working conditions are primarily outdoors Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions (i.e. oily, damp/wet surfaces) Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperature variations (i.e. rainy and icy conditions), dirt, dust, fumes, vapor, smoke, unpleasant odors, hazardous chemicals, overhead power lines, poisonous plants, loud noises, insect and/or animal bites Frequently moves equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, occasionally moves objects weighing up to 100 pounds Will frequently communicate with co-workers; must be able to exchange accurate information Constantly positions self to perform essential functions Constantly operates tools and equipment Supplemental InformationWorkstations with internet access are available, if needed, to view job postings and apply online at 211 S Flores, San Antonio, TX 78204, 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: 210-###-####.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERBexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by Bexar County:NOTE: Part-Time and Temporary positions are not eligible for Bexar County Benefits.01 Which best describes your highest level of education completed? High School Diploma or G.E.D Associates Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree None 02 Do you have one (1) year experience in lawns, grounds and maintenance work? Yes No 03 Do you have a valid Texas driver's license? Yes No 04 Are you able to secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance? Yes No 05 Are you able to clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test? Yes No 06 Are you able and willing to attend training at department's discretion? Yes No 07 Do you acknowledge that you may be assigned to any or various county facilities? Yes No 08 Are you available to be on call 24/7/365? Yes No 09 Are you able to work more than 40 hours during the work week? Yes No 10 Are you able to work extra hours, holidays, weekends and other shifts? Yes No Required Question