Maintenance Groundskeeper - Immediate Hire

GroundskeeperReports to: Maintenance Supervisor/PrincipalDept./School: Maintenance DepartmentExemption Status/Test: NonexemptDays: 235Pay Grade: MS2Primary Purpose: Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.Qualifications:Education/Certification: Valid Texas driver's licenseCandidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employeeSpecial Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and understand written instructionsAbility to communicate (verbally)Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipmentAbility to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand toolsExperience: NoneMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Grounds and LandscapingMow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.Care for trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.Plant shrubs and vegetation.Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.Water grounds and apply fertilizer.Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.SafetyOperate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety proceduresFollow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including liftingCorrect unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.Supervisory Responsibilities: NoneMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, mower, grader; and riding and power mower; gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, auger, aerator; light truck or vanPosture: Frequent standing, walking, climbing, reaching, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, heaving lifting, and carrying, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positionsMotion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent drivingLifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basisEnvironment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district-wide travelMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stressThe foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.