Grounds & Landscape Specialist III - Athletic Fields

Grounds & Landscape Specialist III - Athletic Fields Higley Unified School district 60 Maintenance and Construction - Gilbert, Arizona Open in Google Maps Job ID: 5300528 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Feb 18, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Supports HUSD Vision, Mission and Goals. Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding, watering, mulching, fertilizing, and applying chemicals to outside plantings, lawns and turf, as well as inside flowers and cuttings used in transplanting; inspecting plant materials for insects, disease, physical and mechanical damage and identifying replacements; transplanting, pruning, trimming, and cultivating trees, shrubs, ground cover, and flowers. Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks, and buildings; weeding, thinning, and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment; and setting up, adjusting, repairing, and cleaning irrigation systems. Performs District-wide general maintenance and repairs by installing, removing, repairing, and maintaining athletic fields, tennis courts, track and turf, as applicable. Removes unsightly trash and debris from public areas by regularly inspecting grounds, drains, manhole covers, etc., for debris; raking, sweeping and bagging leaves, debris, dirt and trash from streets, sidewalks, parking lots, tunnels, and transporting the trash to designated central collection points on a daily basis. Reduces the likelihood for the spread of diseases and unsightly appearance of trash containers in public areas by emptying, cleaning and disinfecting trash receptacles on a regular basis, and removing, repairing and installing trash receptacles on District property on an as needed basis. Maintaining/cleaning dugouts, batting, cages, and any other areas that apply to the ballfields. Maintain all the ball fields in pristine conditions for our student athletes and the public that rents them. Prepares outdoor locations for use by students, visitors, vendors, and the public as needed by site operations and, if applicable, painting, chalking, and marking athletic fields, moving bleachers, and seating, and erecting portable goals or other athletic equipment. Safely operates vehicles such as pick-up trucks with trailer, tractors, street sweepers or riding mowers and portable power tools and equipment such as saws, grass trimmers, snow/leaf blowers, sprayers, paint machines and other groundskeeping equipment by obeying applicable traffic laws and following operator instructions, and wearing appropriate safety items such as goggles, gloves, or other appropriate protective clothing. Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment, and machines within reasonable capabilities. Assists with management and accountability of surplus property items by retrieving surplus property items as directed, recording the transfer of accountability for the items, and returning. Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: A valid driver's license and/or a CDL, if driving is required as part of your position description. The District shall be entitled to review your driving record periodically with the Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles; Possession of a public pesticide applicators license is preferred. A high school diploma or the equivalent is required. At least two years of experience in athletic/sport fields and grounds is required, where knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in planting, cultivating, and trimming a variety of types of trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, and grasses has been gained; Associate degree in horticulture or a related field may be substituted for the two years of experience required. The ability to read English language sufficiently to understand written work orders and instructions as well as directions for the proper mixture, use, and disposal/storage of cleaners, paint, solvents, chemicals, fertilizers, and similar products used in groundskeeping is required. Skill in the proper operation and maintenance of grounds maintenance tools, equipment, and machinery is required. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required. Ability to pass background and reference checking as stipulated by District standards. Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Bilingual ability is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Requires the ability to lift and carry groundskeeping supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis, prolonged walking or standing, and frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching on a daily basis. Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual, electrically powered and/or gasoline-powered groundskeeping equipment and machines. Requires the ability to access facilities and areas which may only be accessible by climbing stairs or by climbing ladders to a height of 20 feet (e.g., for tree trimming). Must be able to move throughout assigned areas, as the work is performed primarily out-of-doors, year-round. Employees in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees and must report to work as scheduled when District sites are closed. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. TOTAL PAID HOLIDAYS: 21 HUSD participates in the Arizona State Retirement System; Defined Benefit Plan provides for lifelong monthly retirement income for qualified members. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $19.96 to $23.57. Please see our Salary Schedule. #J-18808-Ljbffr