Groundskeeper/Heavy Equipment Operator

Groundskeeper/Heavy Equipment Operator

Works on minor construction projects and handles heavy equipment operations to ensure that all designated areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and attractive manner. Maintains fencing, decking, walkways, asphalt and similar projects. Handles welding and other construction related projects.

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or regional accrediting agency)
• Valid Texas Class C Driver's License
• Safe driving record verified by Texas Department of Public Safety (meets and maintains liability coverage eligibility)
• Applicants must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by applicant

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must possess good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to operate heavy-duty machinery
• Ability to handle all construction related equipment, e.g., cement, welding, asphalt and carpentry tools
• Ability to read blueprints

Experience:

• Two years in ground maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensure all fences are installed and maintained in optimum condition
• Maintains and/or replaces asphalt driveways, parking areas, walkways, playgrounds, irrigation systems and parking lots
• Operates heavy equipment, e.g., cranes, backhoe, dump truck, etc for multiple departmental use
• Observes safety precautions in operating equipment
• Ensures that the assigned tools, equipment and vehicles are maintained in operable condition
• Assist Grounds crew with landscaping when needed
• Keep accurate records on supplies, materials used, and the amount of time required for each job
• Performs other duties, works irregular hours and responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed
• Other duties as assigned – in the best interest of the district.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Backhoe, Dump Truck, Skid Loader Bobcat, Air Compressor, Trencher, Jack Hammer, Tamper, Generator, Maintainer, Welder, Rock Saw, High Pressure Washer, Drilling truck, Mini Excavator, Chain Saws, Pole Saws, Hedges, and other grounds equipment

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Edgewood Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.