Maintenance General Grounds

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

GENERAL GROUNDS

 
Supervisor: Director of Buildings and Grounds
Salary Range: PSE Salary Schedule
Location/Assignment: Maintenance Department
Conditions of work: 8 hours per day, 260 Days 

SUMMARY:

The position of General Grounds has the purpose of maintaining an attractive, sanitary and safe facility and grounds, including athletic fields and stadium preparation, for students, staff and public; minimizing property damage, loss and liability exposure; and ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Monitor grounds daily for areas needing repairs and maintenance.
• Monitor and maintain landscapes, cultivation of trees, lawns and plants.
• Maintain irrigation system and pumps.
• Provide routine service and mechanical work to all grounds maintenance equipment including mowers, power sweepers, rakes, snow blowers, irrigation equipment, etc.
• Perform routine mechanical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, roofing and basic electrical work.
• Field preparation before an event including mowing, field markers, bleachers, bathrooms and press box.
• Provide general maintenance duties as needed.
• Ability to work in inclement weather, remove snow and prevent ice buildup using snow blowers, shovels and truck blades.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Washington State Driver’s License required.
• Minimum of 1 year job related experience preferred.
• Willing to obtain a Public Operator Pesticide License within 3 months of hire date.
• Experience with the use of a computer to complete work order systems and other work related functions.
• Knowledge of the principles of heating, ventilation, sanitation and care of school buildings.
• Proven ability to work independently and plan and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships that foster efficiency and productivity and promotes cooperation with administrators, fellow employees, students, faculty and the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all situations.
• Attendance and punctuality are important in this position.

UNION AFFIILATION: 

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB).  Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits. https://www.qsd.wednet.edu/departments/human-resources/contracts

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days’ vacation after the first year.

*Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS & 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

accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

 
PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on “Menu” and “Careers” and "Job Openings"
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI
fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: The recommended applicant, if not a current regular
employee, will be required to complete an INS I-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: David Garza, Assistant Superintendent, dgarza@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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