Probationary Grounds Worker

7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

(Hours will vary depending on District needs)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing unskilled or limited semiskilled manual tasks of grounds maintenance and upkeep of outdoor school facilities in a suburban school district, The incumbent is responsible for satisfactory performance of a variety of tasks. Some assignments, including elementary equipment operation, may require skills which may be readily learned on the Job. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Grounds Crew Chief, the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds or his assistant, but many tasks assigned may be routine and repetitive in nature, and once learned can be carried on without difficulty and only general supervision. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: Performs a variety of grounds maintenance work, cutting grass and weeds, raking leaves; Plants, transplants, cultivates, prunes, sprays, and trims shrubs, bushes and trees; Assists in the maintenance and repair of all concrete and blacktop surfaces, including sidewalks, parking lots, roads, athletic fields and parks; Operates snow removal, equipment and removes snow, salts and sands driveways, sidewalks and performs other related manual tasks during the winter; Performs routine tasks, handling of supplies, equipment, removal of rubbish, weeds grass and other debris.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL

CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the principals, practices and techniques of eneral grounds maintenance; working knowledge of the methods used in propagating, planting, cultivating, pruning and general care of plants, flowers, shrubs and lawns; working knowledge of the growth characteristics Of flowers, plants and bulbs; good knowledge of the methods, equipment and materials used in snow plowing and maintenance of roadways, paths, entrances and exits to buildings; ability to get along well with others; initiative and resourcefulness; ability to follow written arid oral instructions; industry and dependability; good judgment; physically capable Of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Salary: From

19.21

Salary Competitive

Y

Appointment Status

Probationary

Position Status

Full time

Start Date

10/26/2026

Contact Person's Name

Sara L. Stock

Contact Person's Phone

7165378212

Contact Person's Email

sstock@hollandcsd.org