Building/Grounds Maintenance Substitutes

Grounds/Building Maintenance Substitute Rate: $24.90/hour BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of a Maintenance Supervisor, perform grounds maintenance work and basic building maintenance work. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Layout, install, maintain and repair irrigation systems Prepare soil, plant trees, grass and shrubs; apply weed and pest control chemicals; pick up paper and perform general grounds cleaning Operate aerator, trencher, weed eater, rototiller, concrete grinder, power mower, sprayer, truck, skiploader, tractor, power saw, hand tools, lifts and forklifts Mix, pour, spread and finish concrete in the construction of walkways, planters, driveways and walls; make minor repairs to asphalt paving; construct brick walls; grind concrete. Install, maintain and repair playground equipment Perform basic building maintenance duties and repairs Assist in setting up rooms for special events as needed Perform other job-related duties as assigned. KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Design and installation of irrigation systems Tree, shrub and lawn planting and care Weed and pest control chemicals, fertilizers Methods, tools and equipment used in concrete finishing and asphalt paving Basic building maintenance techniques, procedures, methods and materials Grounds maintenance tools and equipment Strong understanding of current health, safety, and environmental regulations, including OSHA standards and school district-specific safety protocols. Integrated pest management ABILITY TO: Install, maintain and repair irrigation systems Plant and maintain trees, shrubs and lawns Apply fertilizers, weed and pest control chemicals effectively and safely Construct items from concrete and brick Perform basic building maintenance Understand and follow oral and written directions Work cooperatively with others Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Lift objects weighing up to 100 pounds Lift heavy objects using proper safety techniques Work from sketches, drawings and blueprints Work effectively within a team, coordinating with colleagues, stakeholders, and external partners to complete tasks, achieve goals, and resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner Demonstrate a commitment to Los Alamitos Unified School District’s mission, vision, and priority goals. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma, GED, or certificate of completion, and two years grounds and building maintenance experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Los Alamitos Unified School District