Groundskeeper

TITLE: Groundskeeper /Grounds Equipment Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Operate light duty equipment such as bobcat grounds equipment etc. Does not require a
commercial license. Perform general groundskeeping and maintenance on landscaped areas
surrounding schools.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
2. Three 3 years of relevant experience
3. Ability to obtain a State of Arizona Identity Verify (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following tasks knowledge skills and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate heavy equipment such as tractor mower loaders backhoes dump trucks and bobcats.
• Operate shovels picks posthole diggers hammers rakes sharpshooters saws levels augersdouble jacks and uses hand tools.
• Inspect vehicles to ensure they are fully operational and meet safety standards.
• Assist with pouring forming and finishing concrete.
• Repair concrete brick and block; install and maintain chain link fencing.
• Load and unload materials onto and from vehicles.
• Inspect and repair playground equipment benches tables barrier posts and storm drains.
• Install and repair flood irrigation valves and gates.
• Perform street maintenance and grounds excavation work.
• Act as laborer for other trades and grounds work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Knowledge and experience in heavy equipment operation techniques.
• Knowledge of safety policies procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of flood irrigation.
• Skill operating heavy equipment operation.
• Skill in laying and finishing cement.
• Skill in both verbal and written communications.
• Ability to install and repair fences and other equipment.
• Ability to obtain Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL).

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Hazardous chemicals and dangerous machinery

Exposure to extreme weather conditions

Restricted movement intense noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Lifts moves or carries objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

WORK YEAR: 12 months

DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Facilities Manager or Supervisor

GRADE: 34

REPORTS TO: Department Manager

EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation

SUPERVISES:May supervise clerical staff