Grounds Maintenance Worker

General Definition of Work

The grounds maintenance worker, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion installing and maintaining landscape, pruning trees and shrubs, and ensuring cleanliness and safety of outdoor areas.  Position operates grounds maintenance machinery, equipment, and tools. Employee performs district-wide work to carry-out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Maintenance Operations Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Hourly NC 06/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Maintenance Operations Supervisor

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Maintain landscaped areas consisting of lawns, bushes, trees, flowers, shrubs, etc. through established practices and procedures
• Perform duties such as planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, renovating, fertilizing, and pruning
• Inspect school grounds to remove debris such as leaves, rocks, or other debris that could become a safety hazard or detract from the appearance of the property
• Transport rubbish to the local landfill
• Assist in applying herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides safely
• Maintain records of fertilizers and chemicals used as instructed
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of athletic fields and related facilities
• Assist plumbing department in repairs of irrigation systems on athletic fields
• Assist in the laying of forms, pouring and finishing concrete including sidewalks and slabs; install playground equipment and drinking fountains
• Assist in preparation and installation of mobile classrooms
• Operate motorized equipment including but not limited to fork lifts, skid steer loaders, backhoes, tractors, bush hog, finishing mowers, reel mowers, riding mowers and push mowers
• Assist in the delivery of portable lights to athletic events for extra security in addition of stationary lights
• Maintain and repair detention ponds, playground equipment, and buffer areas at all school owned sites
• Safely operate a district fleet vehicle to travel to assigned job sites, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company driving policies
• Maintain the vehicle in clean, orderly, and serviceable condition, promptly reporting any maintenance needs, damage, or safety concerns
• Perform related work as assigned or required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of basic equipment and methods of grounds maintenance operations
• Knowledge of proper use and care of grounds maintenance tools and equipment
• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Working knowledge of ADA requirements and detention pond repair and maintenance
• Ability to learn methods, techniques and tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the preparation and maintenance of landscaped grounds
• Ability to learn methods and techniques used in the application of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools or equipment related to grounds maintenance
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement

Education and Experience

• Minimum of six (6) months of ground-related experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience