Groundskeeper

Job Description: 

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the District.   

Duty Days:  226 Days

Salary: 

Minimum: $11.95/hour

Salary commensurate with related experience. 

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to read and understand written instructions (English)

Ability to communicate (verbally)

Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools

Ability to operate PC and basic software applications

Experience

Related experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Grounds                                                                                                                                            

1. Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
2. Care for trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
3. Plant shrubs and vegetation.
4. Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
5. Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
6. Assist with the inspection and repair of sprinkler systems.

Facilities Maintenance and Repair

1. Assign priority to maintenance work orders, process and complete them.
2. Perform repairs and assist skilled workers to complete repairs as needed.
3. Work cooperatively with principals and facilities managers to schedule and complete       
4. Clean around any roof drains that maybe clogged with debris.

Inspection

1. Inspect all district buildings and facilities and initiate repairs as needed.
2. Conduct on-site inspection of repair projects.
3. Monthly inspections of district building roofs.

Safety                                                                                                                                                

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures.
2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
4. Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
5. Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operation condition.

Equipment Used

Tractor and mower, riding and power mower, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, garden and hand tools, posthole auger, and aerator.  Light truck, van and composter.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.  Work outside and around moving objects or vehicles.  Exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals (herbicides and fertilizer), and loud noises.  Frequent district wide travel.