Groundskeeper

Qualifications:Education/Certification:GED or High School Diploma (preferred)Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructionsAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to operate power-driven equipment

Experience:NoneMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Grounds and Landscaping1.Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.2.Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.3.Plant shrubs and vegetation.4.Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.5.Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.6.Assist at sporting events with various duties.Safety7.Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.8.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.9.Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.10.Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.Other11.Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.12.Perform other duties as assigned.