Landscaper

Work Calendar 223 Days - Starting at $16h

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas drivers license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Grounds and Landscaping

1. Mow and detail all district grounds including athletic fields.
2. Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns trees shrubs and flowers by watering pruning

fertilizing mulching caring for beds and controlling weeds.

1. Plant shrubs and vegetation.
2. Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games including chalking fields.
3. Collect and dispose of leaves dirt rubbish and refuse from district facilities.
4. Assist with the inspection repair and installation of sprinkler systems.

Safety

1. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety

procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.

1. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately

correctable to supervisor.

1. Help keep vehicle equipment and tools in safe operating condition.
2. Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance

as needed.

Other

1. Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
2. Any and all other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe

tractor grader; and power mower; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting; work in

tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; frequent

driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: 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 districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress