Lead Technician I - Grounds

Academy District 20; Colombia; On-site; COP 40,000,000 - 58,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Academy District 20 is seeking a Lead Technician I for Grounds to supervise the grounds staff and oversee seeding, mowing, trimming of fields, and tree and shrub care across district grounds.

The ideal candidate will have skilled trade training and the ability to manage equipment, maintenance schedules, and safety rules, with readiness to respond to ground emergencies around the clock.

Qualifications

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems.
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in electrical equipment and systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to input work orders on a computer and generate reports as needed.

Responsibilities

• Reports for work as scheduled and performs other duties as assigned.
• Assists in hiring processes and with problem solving.
• Assists with preventative maintenance programs and tracking.
• Coordinates building maintenance services with other district departments.
• Coordinates inspections of equipment and property as required.
• Ensures safety rules, regulations, and codes are followed.

Skills

Software proficiency

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Electrical/mechanical troubleshooting

Independent work

Education

Skilled trade training

Tools

Facilities maintenance software

Job description

Location:

Facilities Management

Recruiting Start Date:

10/26/2026 This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.

Estimated Start Date:

11/09/2026

The Lead Technician I for Grounds supervises and directs:

• all grounds staff.
• the seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and trimming of all playing fields in the district.
• the planting, pruning, and cultivating of trees and shrubs on district grounds.
• the removal of snow, ice, leaves, fallen branches, other weather-generated debris, and trash from designated district grounds.

This position requires responding to ground's emergencies or other unforeseen situations around-the-clock.

Assists in the workflow of all grounds or related trades associated in the maintenance of buildings; ensures safe buildings for all district students. Ideal candidate will have training in a skilled trade.

Incumbent must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements; subject to random drug and alcohol testing, including reasonable suspicion.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists in the hiring process of personnel
• Assists technicians with problem solving
• Assists with implementation and tracking of preventative maintenance program
• Coordinates building maintenance services with other district departments and functions
• Coordinates inspections of all district equipment and property as required
• Ensures that all safety rules, regulations, and codes are followed to the prescribed measures
• Maintains an inventory and recommends purchase of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment
• Maintains clean and efficient operating work area
• Oversees the workflow of one the grounds department
• Plans and performs maintenance repairs to the facilities and systems and reports major discrepancies
• Prepares and enters records of work performed and parts used on all district equipment
• Provides assistance in resolving technical problems
• Reads and interprets service and parts manuals
• Responds to all service breakdowns and assigned work orders as required
• Schedules work as needed with building managers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information in various software systems
• Ability to analyze malfunctions in the more complex and sophisticated electrical equipment and systems
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to input work orders on a computer and generate reports if needed
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to make repairs on mechanical equipment and electrical systems
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands
• Ability to operate and care for mechanized equipment
• Ability to organize and prioritize effectively
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and research a variety of problem solving and fact-finding study projects
• Ability to recognize safety issues in the workplace
• Ability to train others in procedures and the use of equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and find solutions in all related areas
• Ability to use the computer to support essential job functions
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Ability to work independently on assignments without supervision
• Ability to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions
• Considerable knowledge of computer equipment and related software for diagnostics
• Demonstrates discernment, excellence, honesty, integrity, patience, perseverance, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and building code standards
• Knowledge of repair and operations of machinery and equipment
• Knowledge of turf management practices
• Knowledgeable in the operation and maintenance of buildings and grounds
• Organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people including trainees, coworkers, administrators, vendors, and the general public
• Understanding of grounds equipment and its use

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essent