GROUNDSKEEPER

GROUNDSKEEPER 40 Hours/Week 260 Day Contract Salary: $23.52-28.92/hr. Includes vacation and generous benefits package. PERS paid by District. QUESTIONS: Contact Dale Virden, Maintenance Supervisor #503-324-8591

GENERAL DUTIES

Performs routine maintenance and groundskeeping duties and assists other maintenance personnel in the completion of work orders and assignments.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or the equivalent
• One to three years of satisfactory employment in general maintenance, grounds and/or related skilled trade
• Experience in grounds keeping equipment maintenance, machine shop or mechanical repair
• The ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
• Hold a valid Oregon driver's license or may be required to obtain one within 6 months
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds
• Ability to work harmoniously with others

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Performs grounds keeping duties in all seasons, operating a variety of power tools and equipment
• Mows and maintains lawns and fields using commercial equipment,
• Rakes and maintains leaves and cares for plants, flowers, trees and shrubs including pruning
• Maintains tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance
• Operates light gas powered automotive equipment
• Loads, delivers and unloads supplies and equipment
• Performs basic construction work in concrete, wood, metal and other applicable materials
• Assists other skilled maintenance workers performing plumbing, painting, electrical, carpentry, construction or repair work
• Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures of Grounds Maintenance
• Ability to work independently, following directions of supervisor
• Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
• Other duties as assigned