Groundskeeper

Position Type:
Maintenance/Grounds - Groundskeeper

Date Posted:
7/2/2026

Location:
Service Center
Job Title: Gen Maintenance / Groundskeeper Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt


Reports to: Dept. Head- Grounds Pay Grade: DO 3 - 260 Days


Dept./School: Facility Services/Service Center Date Revised: July 7, 2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To ensure the grounds of all district campuses and athletic fields, playgrounds are maintained in a safe and attractive condition and maintain and repair all small engine equipment.


QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Valid Texas Driver's License
Driving record that meets the requirements of the district's insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Extensive knowledge of practices, materials, methods and tools to maintain groundsvand playgrounds.

Preferred Experience:
Three or more years experience in landscaping or related fields


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Grounds and Landscaping

1. Maintain and care for school grounds and playgrounds.
2. Prepare seeding or transplanting beds by cultivating soil and adding fertilizer if needed.
3. Plant seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings, and shrubbery so that resulting growth will produce attractive appearance. Inspect playgrounds for unwanted pest
4. Experiment with different varieties of lawn and flower seeds to determine those best suited to the soil. Replace Fibar surfaces in playgrounds
5. Prune trees and trim hedges to promote growth and improve appearance.
6. Mow lawns with power mower.
7. Connect sprinkling equipment and water lawns and flower beds.
8. Inspect flowers, shrubs, and trees for evidence of insects, fungi, and other pests.
9. Shovel snow from sidewalks and driveways and spread sand, salt or ashes to prevent slipping.
10. Collects and disposes of leaves and refuse. Pull weeds from playgrounds

Safety

1. Keep all water and oils checked on the equipment used.
2. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
4. Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
5. Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive
6. maintenance as needed. lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.

More Safety

1. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
2. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

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


Lifting : Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis


Environment : Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district-wide travel


Mental Demands : Maintain emotional control under stress ; Ability to read; Ability to understand oral and written instructions

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. This job is not an employment agreement or contract. The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.