Groundskeeper

La Joya Independent School District Operations and Infrastructure - La Joya, Texas Open in Google Maps Groundskeeper (2026-2027) La Joya Independent School District Operations and Infrastructure - La Joya, Texas Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5631603 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Groundskeeper Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Grounds Foreman or Maintenance Director Pay Grade: Auxiliary Dept./School: Maintenance and Operations Initiated Date: May 2025 WHO WE ARE La Joya Independent School District (ISD) is committed to excellence for students and our community. We have a strong, 100-year legacy in the Rio Grande Valley. The district’s vision - Educational Excellence: The Right of Every Student - conveys our urgent focus on students. Our work is rooted in five district priorities, which require collaboration and deep commitment to supporting one another as we serve the community. Customer Service Trust & Transparency High-Quality Instruction Excellence in Leadership Integrity & Accountability We are focused on ensuring every student in La Joya ISD has access to a high-quality, best-fit school as we work to improve from a B-district to an A-rated district. We serve more than 22,000 students in more than 30 schools and span six municipalities, covering more than 220 square miles. WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Groundskeeper to help maintain the beauty, cleanliness, and functionality of our district’s exterior environments. This individual plays a vital role in ensuring our schools, playgrounds, athletic fields, and common areas are safe, presentable, and aligned with the district’s operational standards. WHY LA JOYA ISD You will be joining a district that is building on a legacy of achievement while rapidly improving and creating systems to reach new heights for student outcomes. You will receive intentional, targeted support in your leadership journey and have access to the highest-quality, research-based resources and instructional materials. We are also a district focused on continuous improvement and rigorous analysis of where we need to grow and learn. Primary Purpose Maintain all outdoor grounds and landscaping at La Joya ISD campuses and facilities, including athletic fields, irrigation systems, and district green spaces, in a manner that promotes student safety, school pride, and community excellence. Minimum Required Qualifications Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED preferred Valid Texas driver’s license required Experience: Experience in grounds maintenance or landscaping preferred Experience working in a public school or similar setting is a plus Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions Skill in operating mowers, tractors, trimmers, blowers, and power-driven equipment Basic understanding of landscaping, lawn care, and irrigation systems Ability to work cooperatively with others and communicate effectively MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping: Mow, trim, edge, weed, and maintain all district lawns, playgrounds, and green spaces Maintain flower beds, trees, shrubs, and decorative landscaping through watering, pruning, mulching, and fertilizing Plant and replace trees, flowers, and shrubs as directed Remove litter, leaves, and debris from district properties Prepare and maintain athletic fields for school events, including field lining, aeration, and drainage Assist with installing and maintaining irrigation and sprinkler systems Safety & Equipment Maintenance: Operate all tools and equipment in accordance with safety procedures Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and tools to ensure safe operation #J-18808-Ljbffr