Grounds Maintenance

Grounds Maintenance Position Title: Grounds Maintenance Bargaining Unit: Grand Rapids Educational Support Professionals Association (GRESPA) Pay Rate: Determined by the collective bargaining agreement Earning Days: Determined by the negotiated calendar GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society. Summary of Position The Grounds Maintenance position is a member of the Operations Department and reports directly to the Head Grounds Person and indirectly to the Secondary Operations Supervisor. The position is responsible for grounds care district wide. Essential Job Functions Contribute to the team effort as outlined through the district strategic plan, the district mission statement, and the Operations Department mission statements Cooperate and communicate with building Administrator and his/her staff and with the Operations Team to properly maintain the sites in a sanitary, safe and functional condition Perform daily seasonal grounds tasks and periodic seasonal grounds tasks as required. Items included but not limited to snow shoveling and plowing, lawn and trim mowing, pruning, landscaping, tree work, parking lot repairs Perform general custodial tasks inside any district building as required Properly operate and maintain various types of departmental cleaning and grounds equipment including but not limited to hand scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, lawn mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, etc. Perform basic maintenance on grounds equipment, including but not limited to oil changes, belt adjustments and replacement, blade sharpening, daily checking and replacement of vehicle fluids levels, fuel filter replacement, hydraulic hose replacement, etc. Respond to seasonal inclement weather conditions when required Properly stored tools, equipment and supplies Maintain minimal time away from the job by adhering to the established attendance-monitoring program Must be able to work varied shifts as required based on weather conditions and emergencies Maintain accurate records, including but not limited to personal payroll hours and accumulated leave time, equipment operation, etc. Interact with co-workers, supervisors and other customers in cooperative, positive and supportive ways Any other duties as assigned Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Additional Requirements Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning methodology. Demonstrated knowledge of basic care of powered equipment. Demonstrated good attendance and punctuality. Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse environment. Demonstrated ability to participate as a member of the team. Position Type Full-Time Salary $24.88 Per Hour Position Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Non-Discrimination The Grand Rapids Public Schools will not discriminate against any person based on race, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, height, weight, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability or veteran status. Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodations Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education