Groundskeeper/Custodian

**Please be aware if offered a job in the following position it will be contingent on passing a physical.

This position is 8 hours per day - 260 days per year.

This Position is open until filled.

Purpose Statement:

The job of Thunder Basin High School Groundskeeper/Custodian is done for the purpose/s of maintaining attractive grounds area/s; protecting against erosion; maintaining grounds for assemblies and/or recreational activities (e.g. track football graduation etc.); and ensuring assignments are completed in a safe proper and timely manner.

Essential Functions

Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g. litter snow removal etc.) for the purpose of maintaining an attractive and safe facility.

Coordinates with site administration and athletic coaches for the purpose of adjusting irrigation schedules field preparation etc.

Estimates material needs for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials for projects.

Evaluates landscaped areas equipment sprinkler systems and grounds (e.g. fields parking areas etc.) for the purpose of identifying repairs and/or replacement needs maintain schedules and preventing erosion.

Oversees assigned personnel (e.g. scheduling workers inspecting completed work etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting work requirements.

Plants a variety of landscaping materials (e.g. lawns shrubbery flowers etc.) for the purpose of keeping the areas attractive and for protection against erosion.

Prepares a variety of documents and materials for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.

Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. assemblies graduation ball fields courtyards flower beds etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate attractive and safe areas for assemblies athletic events and/or recreational activities.

Responds to emergency situations (e.g. on-call duties extended shifts etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

Transports a variety of items (e.g. tools equipment supplies etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in trade.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions percents and/or ratios; understand written procedures write routine documents and speak clearly; and understand complex multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: methods of industrial cleaning; safety practices and procedures; chemical application; and health standards and hazards.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities meetings and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific job-related data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related working with others problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; decision making; and meeting deadlines and schedules.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the jobs functions. There is some opportunity to effect the Organizations services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 30% sitting 35% walking and 35% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.

Experience

Job related experience is desired.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

None Specified

Certificates & Licenses

Valid Drivers License and preference given to applicants with Commercial Pesticide License

Continuing Educ. / Training

None Specified

Clearances

Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance