Lead Groundskeeper

Southeast Delco School District

Lead Groundskeeper

Administration Building

Reports to: Director of Facilities & Operations

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The Southeast Delco School District will adhere to all applicable laws and regulations in assessing an employee's ability to carry out or otherwise meet the job requirements set forth herein in a satisfactory manner.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Conduct the design layout and paint the sports fields by interpreting blueprints.
2. Conduct regular inspections of grounds, playground equipment, sidewalks, parking lots, trees and fences. Record and report any discrepancies.
3. Repair and maintain equipment used in grounds maintenance.
4. Operate tractors, mowers, and trimming equipment, as required.
5. Make repairs to any grounds-related problems including but not limited to drainage, dying grass, crevices or holes in the lawn, and/or sports fields and maintain fields in a neat and orderly condition.
6. Fill in for custodians, if needed.
7. Perform school-wide deliveries operating district vehicles.
8. Move materials and equipment for teachers, when needed.
9. Oversee performance and work practices of grounds staff.
10. Perform snow removal duties, as needed.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities & Operations.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work with students
• Must be cooperative, congenial, and service-oriented
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Knowledge of small engine repair and maintenance
• Knowledge of pesticide application
• Excellent organizational skills and abilities.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is necessary
• Two (2) years experience in lawn care

Physical Requirements:

• Able to raise or lower objects from one level to another.
• Able to push or pull objects as needed.
• Able to carry objects (up to 75 lbs.) in arms or by other appropriate means.
• Able to use hands and arms to reach and pick up objects.
• Able to see clearly with or without corrective lenses.
• Able to move around work area.
• Able to coordinate eyes, hands and fingers rapidly.
• Able to work with others in a courteous and cooperative manner.
• Able to walk moderate distances inside and outside of facilities and able to climb steps.
• Able to travel inside or outside the District as necessary for work related tasks.
• Able to withstand changes in environmental conditions inside and outside of the work facility, and adapt to these changes.
• Auditory acuity
• Visual acuity

Level of Compensation:

This position's salary is determined by the collective bargaining plan for Support Staff employees. The starting salary for this position is $28.42/hour. After the completion of the 90-day probationary period, this position is eligible for a raise to bring the salary to $28.92/hour.

Disclaimer:

The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principle functions of this job, the scope of responsibility, and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. 

All employment open positions are made available on a nondiscriminatory basis without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. 

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

The Southeast Delco School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $28 - $29