Groundsperson

Groundsperson

The Groundsperson is responsible for performing grass cutting and assigned duties for the care of grounds. This includes but is not limited to snow removal and salting of snow and ice, tree trimming and removal, athletic field maintenance and marking. They are responsible for maintaining/repairing trucks and equipment, installation and repair of playground equipment, as well as moving and transit of furniture/equipment.

Position Type: Maintenance/Groundsworker - Location: District Wide Salary: Per contract $18.30 - $22.01 Reports To: Working Foreman, Principal, Supervisor of Operations Status: School Year 2026 - 2027 Start Date: As Soon As Possible Hours: Full-time, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Qualifications: Must be knowledgeable and have experience in, but not limited to, the following: properly drive trucks and maneuver all vehicles for such operations as snow removal and grass cutting. Experience in operating, but not limited to, tractors, dump trucks, hydraulic platforms, welding and torches. Shall be mechanically inclined and able to make repairs to equipment. Shall possess knowledge and experience in tree cutting and operation and care of chain saw. Due to the nature of the job, applicants must have a good health record and attendance record. Shall be able to demonstrate ability by successfully completing a manual skills test. Shall have good work habits and be able to establish and maintain a relationship with other employees, supervisor, working leader and the public. Shall be required to possess a Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with endorsement. Must be willing to work overtime, especially during snow season.

Essential Functions: Maintain written records/reports as required. Moving and transit of furniture/equipment. Snow removal, salting of snow and ice. Tree trimming and removal. Maintain trucks and equipment including repairing, if needed. Athletic field maintenance and marking. Installation and repair of playground equipment. All duties that involve grounds keeping and grounds maintenance. Perform repairs through the work order system. Perform daily pre-trip inspection on all equipment. Concrete installation and repair. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that a groundsperson encounters while performing essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works outdoors, including both hot and cold weather. The employee will be expected to climb and work from ladders and/or personnel lift as necessary. The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment. The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays. The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Working overtime, or special needs falling outside the normal work hours can be expected. There is a high probability that contact with blood-borne materials will occur within daily duties. All duties and procedures are to be performed within health safety standards as established by local and state OSHA and school district emergency procedures.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements that must be met by a groundsperson to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and give and receive oral and written instructions. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop, or kneel, reach above the head, and reach forward. The employee frequently uses hand strength to grasp tools and rungs of ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, including cleaning supplies, pails, and bags/boxes. Occasionally the employee will lift or move up to 80 pounds, including bags of salt and furniture. The employee will sometimes push or pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines, etc. This job requires close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.