EAST AURORA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT EAST AURORA, NEW YORK 14052

JOB DESCRIPTION:  GROUNDSWORKER

JOB GOAL: A Groundsworker performs all the duties relating to activities relating to the care of facilities, parking lots, play areas, athletic fields and equipment in the schools in order that they be kept attractive, hygienic, safe, comfortable, and clean for those using them.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Regular daily attendance;
• Must be ambulatory; ability to walk and carry heavy items and to be able to operate all required equipment;
• Must have good vision; ability to see well enough to meet standards set by supervisor or district;
• Must possess physical strength; enough strength to lift, move, and carry heavy items throughout the day;
• Intelligence; must be able to evaluate a problem, devise and implement a solution;
• Must possess social skills; must be able to work in a team

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mows grass on grounds and play areas;
• Snow plows parking areas;
• Seeds and re-plant areas;
• Prunes trees and shrubs;
• Lines athletic fields;
• Other duties as

REPORTS TO: Reports directly to the Head Groundsworker and/or Maintenance Mechanic Crew Chief.

SUPERVISES: Does not supervise other employees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation for high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma;
• One year experience in landscape work;
• Working knowledge of maintenance and minor repair of motors, mowers, ;
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment (trucks, tractors, gang mowers, );
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The incumbent in this position will work 40 hours per week, 12 months per year. Pay and fringe benefits are determined by the collective bargaining agreement between the District and the East Aurora Civil Service Personnel Association.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by the Head Groundsworker and/or Maintenance Mechanic Crew Chief.

Salary : $21