What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025-26 Temporary Seasonal Grounds Position position at Maintenance & Operation?
JOB DESCRIPTION:
To maintain the grounds and efficient management of the facility as to usefulness, appearance, safety hazards, cleanliness, and repairs. Other job-related duties will be assigned. The temporary Grounds Maintenance position will perform all duties of the position within the scope of Kiona-Benton City School District policies and procedures.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
1. High school graduate or equivalent.
2. Can provide references that verify dependability and relevant past work experience.
3. Has knowledge of and can demonstrate general grounds maintenance skills.
- Program Sprinklers.
- Ability to harvest and comprehend soil samples.
- Knowledge of turf management.
- Ability to install, repair, replace or troubleshoot irrigation systems.
- Ability to read and comprehend blue prints.
- Ability to determine and set grade pertaining to construction projects.
4. Demonstrates ability to organize time well (self-starter).
5. Physically able to do required work which could include some heavy and sustained lifting, squatting, bending, stooping, carrying, possible climbing of ladders, and other functions that are physically difficult and demanding.
6. Must have valid Washington State Driver's License with good driving record, which will be confirmed by Driver Abstract.
7. Must be eligible and able, while provided training, to aquire a Class B CDL with school bus and passenger endorsements.
8. Able to get along with others (students, staff, parents) and communicate effectively.
9. Demonstrated ability to read and write in English, and follow directions/instructions and perform basic math calculations.
10. Ability to design and implement an equipment maintenance program to maximize longevity of District property.
11. Demonstrated ability to present a positive image for the District and willing to follow District policies and procedures.
12. Evidence of excellent attendance, punctuality, and dependability; evidence of ability to be a self-starter and self-disciplined.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Accomplish all tasks in a professional manner.
2. Conduct regular inspections of the facility and report needed repairs on work order forms.
3. Set up for special programs.
4. Make repairs as needed.
5. Perform general grounds maintenance as needed: i.e. mowing, bleacher repair, painting, etc.
6. Work cooperatively with students, teachers and administrators.
7. Possess basic operational knowledge of and ability to operate equipment (excavators, tractors, mowers, power tools, forklift, etc...).
8. Perform all other related duties as assigned by supervisor pertaining to job classification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
1. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, kneel or crouch, bend and twist, use hands, and talk/hear conversations and other sounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
2. The noise level in this work environment is moderate. It may be dusty. The person will be required to spend time in the outside elements as required to perform his/her position.
SPECIFIC DETAILS:
Monday-Friday, 8 hours per day. Temporary hire based on funding availability. Skills assessment may be administered at time of interview.
BENEFITS: Benefit information is available at https://www.kibesd.org/39219_3.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In-District staff must apply online or submit a letter of interest by 3:00 p.m. on or before the position closing date or until filled.
Out-of-District applicants must also complete an online application and provide all required documentation. All hires are subject to a satisfactory criminal background check.
The Kiona-Benton City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kiona-Benton City School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any inquiries regarding compliance procedures may be directed to the School District's Title IX Officer, Title II and Section 504 Coordinator, the District's Special Services Director, at 1105 Dale Ave., Benton City, WA 99320; contact number (509)588-2024. A copy of the district's appeal/grievance procedure is available upon request from the District Office (WAC 392-190-060). Verification of identity, United States work authorization, and Washington State Patrol/Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint process must be completed before employment commences (pursuant to RCW 28A.400) Candidate selected will be employed on a temporary basis subject to completion of the background check.
Salary : $24 - $27