Grounds Worker

Job TitleJob DescriptionApplication Procedure: To be considered for this vacancy, applicant must complete the on-line application process and indicate interest in this specific job number. Duty Days Per Year: 261 Hours Per Day: 8 hours: Grounds - Primarily 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Hours may vary to cover High School events (football games, etc.) Custodial - Primarily 2:30/3:30 PM to 11:00 PM/12:00 AM. Site of work will vary nightly according to needs of the district. Need may change daily. Type of Position: (X) Continuing ( ) Temp (Seasonal for summer) Salary: B21 according to the Custodian Work Agreement with a range of $20.51-$22.42 per hour. Supervisor of Position: Grounds lead/Maintenance Qualifications: Grounds and/or custodial experience preferred. Requires the ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time; push/pull while lifting up to 50 pounds; ability to communicate in a positive manner with the general public and building staff. Must have, or have the ability to obtain a boilers license with in 6 months Summary of Grounds and Custodial Duties: Grounds maintenance Operation of equipment such as toolcat, field drags, lawnmowers, field liners, and weed whips Care of equipment, including cleaning, maintaining, grease, sharpen blades, etc. Set up and take down equipment at schools Landscaping and maintain playground equipment Mowing and trimming Line fields, maintain fields and parking lots Remove or trim trees Run and maintain irrigation systems Fertilize fields/spray for weed control Clean up grounds Hours may vary according to work All other duties as assigned Summary of Custodial Duties Knowledge and experience in modern cleaning procedures and practices including floor care, restroom cleanliness, and other general areas. Ability to do light repair and maintenance tasks (repair of desks, chairs, and other furniture, replacement of bulbs, etc.) Site will vary according to need All other duties as assigned Positions 1,020 hours or more per year are benefit eligible Benefits offered for this position include: Medical Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage or Family coverage Dental Insurance with district contribution for Single coverage, Employee +1 coverage, or Family coverage FSA Account- Flexible Spending Account Long Term Disability Income Insurance Life Insurance paid for by the district PERA (Pension Plan): 6.5% employee contribution and 7.5% district contribution Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan 403(b) or Roth IRA Floating Holidays Sick Leave includes ESST Vacation Pay Longevity Pay Retirement/Severance Package with Medical & Dental benefits offerings The policy of the school district is to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. The school district does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, age, family care leave status, or veteran status. The school district also makes reasonable accommodations for disabled employees.