Lead Groundskeeper - (District) - Maintenance Department

Title

Lead Groundskeeper - (District)

Department

Maintenance

Reports To

Director of Maintenance, Grounds Supervisor

Compensation

ACP 205

Days

260+

Revised: 02/15/2022

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Supervises and coordinates daily activities of District grounds maintenance operations to ensure grounds are safe, neat, and attractive

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Valid Texas driver’s license, insurable with Judson ISD insurance carrier, and a good driving record
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of gardening and landscape maintenance
• Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools
• Ability to direct and supervise personnel in a positive manner and coordinate grounds operations

Experience:

• Minimum of (2) two years supervisory experience OR
• Minimum of (3) three years of verifiable groundskeeper experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Ensure compliance of District directives and Maintenance policies and safety procedures by personnel assigned to district grounds
• Coordinate the scheduled day to day activities of the area assigned and oversees completion
• Schedule assigned work orders and obtains required material
• Assist the Grounds Supervisor, Maintenance Supervisor and/or Director of Maintenance in evaluating employees in his/her group
• Inventory materials and tools assigned to his/her shop
• Complete required paper work for daily time logs, work orders and equipment repair request
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and material needs for assigned projects
• Ensure that all safety procedures are followed by his/her department
• Operate and maintain riding and power mower equipment used for grounds operations
• Inspect grounds and facilities and initiate needed repairs, including buildings and repairs of fences, and gates
• Instruct assigned personnel on proper and safe use of tools and equipment
• Ensure that vehicles, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition
• Correct unsafe conditions in work areas and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment
• Work extended hours and/or weeks as required throughout the year
• Assist district with special projects as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned, based on department needs
• Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
• Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
• Ability to use personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Monitor and provide evaluation input of District grounds persons

Equipment Used:

• Mower; riding and power mower; gas-powered weed trimmer; blower; edger; sprayer; garden and hand tools; aerator. Light truck or van.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to read, concentrate, communicate effectively (verbally and written), interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, compute, analyze, differentiate
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling
• Occasional: Lifting, heavy, 45 pounds or more

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces
• Work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.