Author: FBCMUD 131

Fort Bend MUD 131 Hiring a Part-Time Groundskeeper

The Fort Bend Municipal Utility District No. 131 is looking to hire an employee to oversee the maintenance and custodial needs of the District’s parks and facilities. This position will be under the supervision of the General Manager as a part-time employee from Monday through Friday, 7AM to 12PM.

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Hourly Rate: $21.00 – $25.00 (depending on qualifications and experience) .

Schedule: Monday through Friday / 7AM to 12PM Part-time (flexible)

Location: 406 Southern Colony and 8211 Obsidian Ct (main park and pocket park)

Knowledge: District organization, operations, policies, and procedures. Parks building maintenance and repair operations. Basic maintenance and repair methods and procedures with plumbing system, electrical system, concrete, and fence installation.

Job Description:

  • Maintains a preventative maintenance program that extends the life of park facilities while minimizing future repairs.
  • Conducts inspections of parks and recreation facilities to determine the need for maintenance or repairs.
  • Cleans restrooms, driveways and power washes facilities/sidewalks.
  • Performs electrical work for parks.
  • Replaces or repairs damaged locks or doors.
  • Perform minor plumbing repairs.
  • Performs concrete repairs; sets up forms for concrete slabs and sidewalks; repairs and patches brick walls.
  • Installs and/or repairs wire and/or wood fences.
  • Performs minor maintenance on maintenance equipment.
  • Cleans gutters.
  • Paint/touch-up paint the facilities
  • Installation/building of materials purchased for the district
  • Attend board meetings upon requests.

Additional Duties:

  • Supports the relationship between the District and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and District information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
  • Supports special events by setting up, tearing down and other miscellaneous duties.
  • Employees may at any time be required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
  • Assists in tree cleanup work after storms.

Requirements:

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.

Requires (1) one year maintenance or closely related field experience.

Must be 18 years or older.

Valid Texas Driver’s License.

Preferences:

CPSI Certified

📌 To Apply or Questions:

Contact Dara Cook, General Manager, Fort Bend County MUD #131 (dcook@fbcmud131.com)

Temporary Closure of Park Restrooms Due to Approaching Arctic Front

Dear Residents,

Please be advised that due to the approaching arctic front, the park restrooms will be temporarily closed. This measure is being taken to prevent any potential damage caused by freezing temperatures. The restrooms will reopen once the risk of a freeze has passed.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.