Job Details

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor - Roads and Grounds

Position Purpose: To keep the District's facilities and grounds maintained and operational so that they present no problems or interruptions to the education program.

Qualifications:

* High school graduate or equivalent.

* Previous experience in commercial or facilities grounds maintenance is beneficial.

* Experience and training in landscaping, grounds maintenance, mowing, trimming, fertilizing, aerating, weed control, and snow removal is preferred.

* Must have a valid Kansas driver's license and possess a good driving record.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

* Knowledge of standard practices, tools, and terminology in landscaping, grounds maintenance, equipment operation, and other assigned skill areas.

* Ability to drive and operate medium to large trucks, mowers, and a variety of standard farm, lawn, and turf management equipment.

* Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information in equipment and facilities maintenance manuals, technical bulletins, and associated grounds keeping literature; must be able to interpret the technical language within the assigned skill areas.

* Ability to design or modify components to meet job requirements in the assigned skill areas.

* Ability to work in varied weather and temperature conditions.

* Ability to work from heights.

* Knowledge of colors.

* Ability to perform work independently according to prescribed standards and procedures with a minimum of supervision.

* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

* Dependability and the ability to get along with others.

* Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, hazardous materials, and proper ways necessary to perform the assigned tasks.

Physical/Emotional Requirements:

* The incumbent may be required to use the below requirements during any part of the working day.

* The incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

* Ability to work from a ladder.

* Speaking, reading, hearing, manual dexterity.

* Standing, sitting, bending, stooping, walking.

* Reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, driving.

Performance Responsibilities:

* Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor - Roads and Grounds to receive each day's assignments.

* Perform grounds maintenance activities as assigned or by following an established work schedule.

* Respond to work requests in a timely and courteous manner.

* Perform maintenance and repair tasks in accordance with appropriate standards and procedures.

* Assist with a variety of work assignments including such things as painting athletic field lines, machining, welding, concrete/asphalt, fencing, playground maintenance, and roof repair.

* Periodically, perform manual digging and manual labor using hand tools.

* Trim and prune trees on District property.

* Prevent and repair soil erosion as necessary.

* Assist with development and carry out preventative maintenance program.

* Follow the District's system for the receipt and issuance of parts and supplies as well as maintaining recordkeeping and inventories.

* Ensure that all assigned vehicles, machinery, equipment, tools, and supplies are accounted for, secured, and used correctly.

* Attend appropriate training sessions, meetings, and classes as part of professional development.

* Accomplish assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.

* Operate and care for equipment used in daily work assignments.

* Maintain accurate and complete time sheets.

* Assist other maintenance areas with work requests as assigned.

* Occasionally operate medium and heavy equipment in course of day-to-day work assignments.

* Assist with snow removal as necessary including operating snow plows, tractors, etc.

* Demonstrate professional image through appearance, language, and work ethic.

* Require good attendance record for continuity of operations.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Term of Employment: Twelve (12) months

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board policy on evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Significant Associations: The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.