Grounds Maintenance Worker

Grounds Maintenance Worker (Part-Time)

Hobbs, New Mexico Monday – Friday Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

Join Our Team & Help Keep New Mexico Beautiful!

Are you someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in maintaining clean and professional landscapes, and knows your way around mowing and irrigation equipment? Tresco is looking for a dependable and hardworking Grounds Maintenance Worker to help maintain grounds and rest areas according to contract standards and schedules.

If you enjoy hands-on work, operating landscaping equipment, and making a visible impact every day, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Summary

Perform tasks required to meet grounds and rest area maintenance standards per contract schedule in accordance with Tresco policies and procedures.

What You'll Do

Grounds & Landscape Maintenance

• Mow and maintain landscaped grounds using walking and zero-turn mowers
• Trim hedges, shrubs, and edges around sidewalks, planters, and buildings
• Remove weeds, debris, leaves, limbs, and trash to maintain a clean appearance
• Prune shrubs and trees using professional landscaping tools
• Operate blowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, clippers, and edging tools
• Respond to storm cleanup needs including fallen limbs, debris, and erosion cleanup
• Aerate and fertilize grounds as needed

Irrigation & Equipment Responsibilities

• Repair and replace Rain Bird valves, sprinkler systems, timers, piping, fittings, and wiring
• Dig trenches and perform irrigation system maintenance
• Monitor equipment performance and report malfunctions promptly

Team & Company Expectations

• Maintain professionalism and positive communication
• Attend required trainings and staff meetings
• Follow all safety procedures, OSHA standards, and company policies
• Carry and respond to work phone communications during work hours
• Maintain cleanliness of company vehicles if assigned

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in:
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Irrigation systems
  • Tractor and mowing equipment operation

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Driver's License required

Required Background Checks

• Office of Inspector General/CMMS Exclusions List
• Driving Record (MVR)
• General Background Check
• New Mexico Department of Health Fingerprinting

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and safety
• Respect for diversity and ability to work in a professional environment

Why Work With Tresco?

At Tresco, we value dedication, teamwork, and professionalism. This position offers stable weekday hours, meaningful outdoor work, and the opportunity to be part of a team that takes pride in maintaining safe and attractive public spaces.

Build a career where your work is seen and appreciated every day.

Apply today and grow with us!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Tresco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We value diversity and are dedicated to fostering a respectful, safe, and welcoming work environment for everyone.