Buildings & Grounds 1st Shift Custodian, Grounds

Willowbrook High School

Buildings & Grounds- 1st Shift Custodian, Grounds

Hours: 7:30 am -3:30 pm

Available: July 14, 2025

Title: Custodial Groundskeeper

Reports To: Foreman

Duration: 12 Months

Purpose Statement

The job of Custodial Groundskeeper is done for the purpose/s of providing grounds maintenance services at assigned site/s; ensuring attractive and safe grounds area/s and athletic fields; protecting against erosion; performing a variety of special grounds maintenance operations; and maintaining grounds for assemblies, events and/or recreational activities.

Essential Functions

Assists in the application of pesticides for the purpose of controlling insects and weeds in accordance with established procedures.

Assumes responsibility for the purpose of snow removal to include plowing, snow blowing, salt spreading and shoveling of lots and walkways.

Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains, fields, litter, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.

Plants a variety of landscaping materials (e.g. lawns, shrubbery, flowers, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the grounds attractive and protecting against erosion.

Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. fertilizes soil, courtyards, flower beds, chalk fields, paint stripping, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities and/or athletic events.

Requests materials, supplies, and/or equipment for the purpose of completing assignments in a timely manner.

Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.

Other Functions

Attends meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: carrying trash containers in excess of 50 gallons, furniture and/or materials in excess of 50 pounds; operating equipment used in grounds maintenance including tractors; weed whips; mowers; hand and power tools; etc.; operating a motor vehicle as necessary; and adhering to safety practices.

KNOWLEDGE is required to read and follow instructions; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: method of preparing and maintaining various plants; shrubs; lawns; etc.; athletic field care; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; passing physical exam; passing public pesticide operator's license test; meeting deadlines and schedules; working under time constraints; working extended hours; communicating with diverse groups; displaying mechanical aptitude; and consistently attending work.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others. Demonstrate professional work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills to promote a positive image of District 88. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 30% sitting, 30% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Education High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience Job related experience is desired.

FLSA Status Non-Exempt