General Statement of Job
The Grounds and General Maintenance employee is responsible for maintaining the appearance safety and functionality of grounds and facilities throughout the school system. This role involves a wide range of outdoor maintenance tasks including landscaping minor repairs and seasonal upkeep to ensure that all grounds remain in excellent condition yearround.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in groundskeeping landscaping or a related field preferred.
- Valid NC driver license with a good driving record.
- Basic knowledge of landscaping equipment and maintenance techniques.
- Must maintain a current listed and readily available telephone number and be subject to call for service.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards.
- Prompt and regular attendance.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Maintain lawns gardens athletic fields playgrounds and other outdoor areas.
- Operate landscaping and groundskeepingequipment (mowers trimmers blowers etc).
- Perform seasonal tasks suchas mowing snow removal leaf collection and irrigation system maintenance.
- Inspect grounds and facilities to identify and address maintenanceissues.
- Assist with general maintenance and minor repairs as assigned across school facilities.
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned projects efficiently.
- Communicate effectivelywith the Director of Maintenance and other staff to coordinatetasks.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Willingness and ability to obtain any required certifications or licensesrelated to equipment operation pesticide application or other jobrelated areas.
- Perform other duties and tasks as required by the direct supervisor.
Working Conditions
- Outdoor work in all types of weather.
- Physical labor including lifting bending and operating heavy equipment.
- Travel between school sites.