General Services Worker/Grounds

General Definition of Work:

The purpose of the General Services Worker/ Grounds is to maintain attractive grounds areas; take steps to protect against erosion; maintain grounds for various purposes, assemblies, recreational activities (ex. track, football, graduation, field day, etc.).  General Services Workers are to complete assignments in a safe, proper, and timely manner.

Qualifications

Must have experience in ground maintenance, landscaping, or athletic field and maintaining landscaped areas, irrigation systems, athletic fields, and related facilities; safely handling and applying herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers; inspecting grounds and equipment; responding to emergency situations; and complying with district health and safety policies. Ability to perform physically demanding work, operate maintenance equipment, safely transport tools and materials, and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Salary/Status

Maintenance 240 days/ 8 hours

Reports To

Director of Facilities Services

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Rock Hill Schools. Rock Hill Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

This position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Essential Functions

• Must meet shift requirements.

• Maintain landscaped areas, equipment, sprinkler systems and grounds (e.g. fields, parking areas, etc.) to identify repairs and/or replacement needs, maintain schedules and prevent erosion.
• Clean landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains, litter, etc.) to prevent flooding and remove hazards.
• Maintain district properties (e.g. fields, parking areas, etc.) to maintain safe and attractive properties.
• Plants various landscaping materials (e.g. lawns, shrubbery, flowers, etc.) to keep the areas attractive and for protection against erosion.
• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. assemblies, graduation, ball fields, courtyards, flower beds, etc.) to provide adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, athletic events and/or recreational activities.
• Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site. Responsible for transporting items in a safe manner.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Knowledge of handling herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.
• Maintain a high-performance standard while adhering to all district health and safety polices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Grounds maintenance, landscaping, and athletic field preparation practices.
• Turf management, irrigation systems, erosion control, and drainage.
• Directing and coordinating the work of assigned crews to meet schedules and performance standards.
• Proper handling, application, and storage of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.
• Safe operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
• Applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations and district policies.
• Direct and coordinating the work of assigned crews to meet schedules and performance standards.
• Inspect grounds, equipment, and systems to identify maintenance, repair, and replacement needs.
• Prepare athletic fields and landscaped areas for events, activities, and daily use.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.
• Maintain district properties in a safe, attractive, and functional condition.
• Respond effectively to emergency situations and resolve immediate concerns.
• Work independently and as part of a team while managing multiple priorities.
• Perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, standing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Operating groundskeeping equipment including, but not limited to, mower, trimmer, edger, backpack blower, chainsaw, pruner, skid steer, excavator, dump truck, and tractor.
• Performing routine grounds maintenance tasks efficiently and safely.
• Follow established procedures and work schedules.
• Follow verbal and written instructions and comply with all safety requirements.
• Safely transport tools, equipment, and materials.

 Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years to apply
• Job related experience is required

Special Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and ability to provide own transportation
• Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results must be provided.

 Physical Requirements/ Work Conditions

• Must know and follow district safety and equipment operating procedures.
• Regularly stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities include close, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing dispatching and administrative duties.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach occasionally to access files, equipment, or communicate with staff.
• Ability to lift and carry materials or equipment up to 50lbs as needed.
• Sufficient hand eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate computers, phones, radios, and other maintenance equipment.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and speech to communicate effectively via phone, two-way radio, and in-person interactions.
• Ability to remain alert, focused, and responsive during periods of high activity or emergencies.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in various working conditions and weather.  Employees will work near or with moving mechanical equipment and other grounds equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals which may include petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays.   The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.   The noise level is usually moderate to high. Immediate attention to unexpected situations is expected.

Disclaimer  

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies.  The district reserves the right to modify the job description based on the needs of the district.

Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.