Maintenance Groundskeeper - Immediate Hire

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker

O'Fallon Township High School District #203

Date Available: ASAP

The job of Grounds Worker is done for the purpose/s of maintaining safe, attractive, and sanitary grounds areas for students, staff and the public.

Training, Education, & Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Must be able to complete online computerized training

Must have a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment

Must be able to operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds keeping equipment

Must be able to read, understand, and comply with Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Must be (or must be qualified to be) a licensed Operator with the State of Illinois Department of Agriculture to apply restricted use pesticides

Preferred experience in landscape maintenance - knowledge of methods and techniques of planting, transplanting, cultivating, pruning and maintaining a variety of lawns, ground cover, plants, shrubs, hedges and trees; methods and equipment used in weed and insect control and treating plant diseases; installation, maintenance and repair of irrigation systems; use and maintenance of commonly used hand and power landscaping tools and equipment; Director of Facilities

read and interpret data, information and documents; Mow, trim, edge, fertilize, aerate and water grass areas.

Weed, prune, mulch, feed, fertilize, and irrigate plants, shrubs, small trees and landscape beds.

Under supervision, prepare and apply hazardous chemicals for pest and disease control on trees, shrubs, bushes and turf.

Operate a variety of hand tools such as rakes, shovels, hoes, clippers, brooms and other maintenance tools.

Operate a variety of power tools and equipment such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, blowers, hedge trimmers, chain saws, disc trimmers, pesticide sprayer, air compressor, jackhammer, irrigation trencher, sod cutter, generator, drills, grinders, etc.

Operate light, medium and heavy duty motorized vehicles, such as drivable lifts, platform lifts and electric carts, pickup trucks, tractors, mowers, ATVs, trailers and similar equipment.

Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and tools; report the need for major repairs and maintenance.

Perform installation, operation, repair and maintenance of irrigation systems for landscaped areas, including valves, irrigation controllers and backflow devices; inspect and service irrigation systems to ensure safe and proper operation; dig trenches and valve vaults; perform semi‑skilled plumbing maintenance work; perform semi‑skilled electrical maintenance and repairs as it pertains to irrigation system controller and valves.

Establish irrigation and fertilization schedules in collaboration with the Director of Facilities.

Clean and maintain landscaped areas, paved areas, storm water drains, fencing, roadways, paths and walks; pick‑up litter, garbage and organic debris from landscaped areas.

transplant seedlings, shrubs and trees.

Perform tree trimming and removal.

Perform snow and ice removal from parking lots, roadways, school entryways and walkways (Overtime may be required for snow removal, emergency repairs or special events).

Perform gas and arc welding and fabrication.

Remove graffiti from District‑owned structures, facilities and private property.

Winterize facilities during freezing conditions.

Maintain, repair and prepare athletic facilities, fields, synthetic turf, bleachers and equipment.

Measure and mark/paint lines for athletic fields.

Request materials, supplies, equipment, and/or support personnel to help completing assignments in a timely manner.

Provide care and clean up on outside athletic facilities.

Perform utility duties such as loading, hauling and unloading of furniture, materials and supplies.

Lock up doors, windows and keep the building secure during school hours and when the building has no events.

Perform preventative maintenance on building’s roof gutters and drains.

Assist Custodians, Maintenance workers, Security workers, and other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Perform other job duties as assigned for the purpose of supporting the educational mission of the school district.

Keep Director of Facilities and/or the administration informed about ongoing activities/emerging issues.

Document all injuries that require treatment.

Assist other staff as needed to deal with unexpected or urgent situations.

Monitor facility conditions. Comply with safety and environmental regulations. Complete/Participate in occupational safety and health training programs as directed.

Complete/Participate in District training programs and initiatives as directed.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee regularly works in extreme outside weather conditions, near moving mechanical parts, and frequently works on slippery and uneven surfaces. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. Some positions may be subject to weekend and/or rotating shifts and 24‑hour call‑out.

To submit your online application please go to AppliTrack . Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and any supporting materials you would like to have included with your application to: Mrs. Amy Gass, O'Fallon Township High School, 600 S. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, veteran status, or the presence of a non‑job‑related medical condition, or disability. In compliance with the immigration reform and control act of 1986, District 203 intends to hire only individuals authorized to work in the U.