What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper - Senior position at Katy ISD?
Reports To: Grounds Crew Chief / Athletic Grounds Foreman
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Duty Days: 260 Days
Pay Grade: A03
Qualifications:
Texas Operator’s License
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Physically able to lift 50 pounds
Primary Purpose:
Provide all district grounds and athletic fields with quality grounds care. Provide expertise and guidance regarding upkeep of district grounds and athletic fields as required.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- May be assigned to regular grounds crew, athletic grounds crew, tractor driver or landscaping.
- Operate tractor and power driven grounds maintenance equipment.
- Must be able to carry grounds maintenance equipment for eight hours.
- Perform duties as assigned with hand tools for grounds maintenance.
- Advise Grounds Crew Chief/Athletic Grounds Foreman of any hazardous situations they notice while working on school grounds.
- Remove hazardous objects from grounds while performing their duties, such as broken glass, etc.
Equipment Used:
Tractor and mower, riding and power, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, garden and hand tools, posthole auger, aerator. Light truck or van.
Working Conditions:
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.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.