Grounds Person 24-25 SY-Facilities
Grounds Person 24-25 SY-Facilities
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Maintain District grounds and properties in a safe clean attractive and preserved condition.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Valid Class C Texas drivers license and proof of insurability with District insurance carrier
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of and ability to operate and maintain grounds care equipment including tractors mowers eaters blowers chain saws
Ability to read and interpret landscape plans
Ability to comprehend oral and written instructions and follow directions
Effective organizational communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Experience
One year landscaping; tree lawn and shrubbery maintenance; and grounds equipment maintenance experience preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping
1. Operate lawncare equipment trim and maintain trees and shrubs and perform related grounds and landscaping work at campuses facilities and other District property.
2. Perform a variety of actions including but not limited to: mowing; trimming; edging; blowing; sweeping; and maintaining curbs parking lots sidewalks fencing and playgrounds.
3. Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns trees shrubs and flowers by watering pruning fertilizing mulching caring for beds and controlling weeds. Plant shrubs and vegetation. Collect and dispose of leaves dirt rubbish and refuse.
4. Collaborate with supervisory staff in the observation of seasonal changes to effectively and efficiently plan and complete trimming of trees and shrubs to extend and preserve life.
Records and Reports
5. Maintain written records of daily activities.
6. Assist in preparing implementing and maintaining preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment. Ensure that maintenance is completed and vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition. Recommend replacement of existing equipment when necessary.
Other
7. Exhibit behavior that is professional ethical and responsible; and serve as a role model for staff and public.
8. Serve as a back up to the Grounds Lead in their absence.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety
10. Practice a high standard of safety in the performance of all duties and abide by District policies and procedures.
11. Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training wearing personal protective equipment as required reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; mower; edger; weedeater blower chain saw tiller compactor heavy equipment including backhoe tractor grade light truck or van
Posture: Frequent standing kneeling squatting bending stooping pushing pulling and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking; climbing stairs ladders scaffolding; grasping squeezing wrist flexion/extension; overhead reaching; visual acuity; frequent driving
Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 55 pounds without assistance more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces and on ladders or scaffolding; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures humidity dust toxic chemicals and materials asbestoscontaining materials grease oils loud noises vibration and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; occasionally work irregular or prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress and exercise reasoning and problemsolving under pressure
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Employment Type
Full-Time
