2026/2027 Grounds Keeper/Maintenance

Job Title: Custodian

Reports to: Building Administrator

FLSA Status: ___ Exempt _X__ Non-Exempt

Status: _X_ Full Time ___Part Time

_X__ Hourly ___ Salary

DATE REVISED: February 1, 2018

Executive Summary

• The grounds position typically involves maintaining the all grounds of the MTPCSD, including landscaping, mowing, and operating equipment: Landscaping: Planting, weeding, and spreading mulch or other materials
  
  

Mowing: Cutting grass, edging, and watering lawns

Equipment operation: Driving and maintaining vehicles and equipment like mowers, tractors, and trucks

Snow removal: Clearing snow and ice from walkways and parking lots

Minor repairs: Fixing grounds equipment and performing minor repairs to buildings

Record keeping: Maintaining records of work orders, equipment maintenance.

Safety: Ensuring safety and following safety precautions

Knowledge Skills And Abilities Desired

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of the use and care of materials, tools, and equipment
• Ability to perform minor building repairs
• Ability to plan, organize and carry out work schedules efficiently
• Responsible attitude towards job and fellow workers
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis
• Effective oral and written communications
• Ability to work independently
• Aptitude for detail
• Ability to work under pressure with frequent interruptions
• Capable of representing the school District in a professional manner, which includes
  
  

but is not limited to confidentiality, communications skills, and ability to present a professional personal image

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activity

Amount of Time

Occasionally

(1%-32%)

Frequently

(33%-65%)

Constantly

(66%-100%)

Stationary Position

X

Moving

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Handling

X

Reaching

X

Fingering

X

Repetitive Motion

X

Balance

X

Lift 0-10 Pounds

X

Lift 11-25 Pounds

X

Lift 26-50 Pounds

X

Lift Over 50 Pounds

X

Operate Motor Vehicle

X

Working Conditions

Working Conditions

Amount of Time

Occasionally

(1%-32%)

Frequently

(33%-65%)

Constantly

(66%-100%)

School Hours

X

Indoors

X

Outdoors

X

Evenings

X

Weekends

X

Terms Of Employment

• Letter of assignment - hourly. Work year as established by the Board of Directors.
• Salary and benefits are to be determined by the board.
  
  

Evaluation

The groundskeeper will be evaluated by the Buildings Director, at least annually in accordance with law, board policy, and the preceding job description.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the Mount Pleasant Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts the Board's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law or a negotiated contract.

Signature of Supervisor: ______________________________ Date: _______________

Signature of Employee: ______________________________ Date: _______________