Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- Must be able to obtain valid Texas commercial driver’s license with passenger/school bus endorsement within 90 days.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to read and understand written instructions.
- Ability to communicate (verbally).
- Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment.
- Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Grounds and Landscaping:
- Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
- Care for trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring the beds, and controlling weeds.
- Plant shrubs and vegetation.
- Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
- Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
- Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
- Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
- Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
- Help keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
- Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
Other:
- Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
- Maintain good working communications with co-workers and other staff members.
- Maintain good attitude in difficult situations.
- Help maintain cohesiveness among employees.
- Perform duties in a timely and organized manner.
- Project a professional image through demeanor and dress.
- Comply with Maintenance/Transportation Department policies and procedures.
- Comply with policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook and addendum.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Adhere to proper channels when communicating ideas, problems, etc.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Tractor and mower, riding and power mower, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, garden and hand tools, posthole auger, aerator, light truck, or van.
Posture:
Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
Motion:
Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
Lifting:
Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily.
Environment:
Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, 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.
The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list.
Calendar Days: 260