TISD Groundskeeper

Job Title: Groundskeeper Dept./School: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Director or Grounds Foreman Terms of Employment: 241 Days

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

Ability to communicate (verbally)

Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment

Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Grounds and Landscaping

• Mow and detail all district grounds
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Water grounds and apply fertilizer

Safety

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, 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 confidentiality
• Maintain positive and effective communications and relationships with supervisors and colleagues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.