Groundskeeper

GROUNDSKEEPERClassification: Non-Exempt Classified Based on Experience, 40 hours a week, 12 month employeeSalary: Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)Purpose Statement: To maintain grounds, fields and other outside areas of the District.Principal Duties:Dragging, Cleaning & Maintaining the District retention areasSubstituting if necessaryMows grass, trims trees, operates a weed eater and performs other grounds keeping activities.Irrigates all sites and maintains/repairs sprinkler systems.Assists with spraying by administering herbicides and insecticidesAssists with fertilization of fields and turf areasInspects playground equipment and fences. Makes minor repairs when required.Operates hand tools and other light and heavy equipment.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge and Skills Required:Knowledge of grounds keeping practices and techniques.Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.Knowledge of tools and equipment used in grounds keeping activities.Knowledge of and skill to administer herbicides and insecticidesSkill in operating hand tools, mowers and other light and heavy equipment.Skill in performing basic repair and maintenance techniques and procedures.Skill in responding to work orders, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical failures.Skill in communicating orally and in writing.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.Job Requirements: (Minimum Qualifications)Driver License (Required)High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)2 years of experience (Recommended)Herbicide/Insecticide Spray Licensure (Preferred or obtainable within 6-months of hire)Valid Arizona DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance cardWorking EnvironmentThe usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing. The job is performed under with some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.