Athletic Field/Groundskeeper 26/27 SY

Sunnyside Unified School District; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyside Unified School District is seeking a Grounds Maintenance worker to maintain the grounds and fields, including cutting, weeding, and fertilizing grass. This role requires one year of relevant experience and an Arizona driver's license.

The job includes responding to emergency calls and assisting with the operation of irrigation systems. Candidates must also show fluency in Spanish and English. The position offers $19.25 hourly pay based on a full-time contract of 260 days.

Qualifications

• One year of training or experience working with irrigation or similar ground experience.
• Must possess an Arizona driver's license.
• Must pass district administered examination with a score of 70 or greater.
• Some incumbents must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the grounds and fields; cuts, weeds, and fertilizes grass.
• Replaces, repairs, and installs sprinklers and irrigation systems.
• Responds to emergency calls including vandalism and broken valves.
• Assists other staff with moving furniture as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of District policies and procedures

Knowledge of irrigation methods and fertilization practices

Skill in preparing and maintaining grounds and fields

Skill in following oral and written instructions

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships

Job description

Definition

Under close supervision, maintains the grounds and fields for Sunnyside Unified School District.

Essential Functions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledges, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).

Tasks

• Maintains the grounds and fields; cuts, weeds, fertilizes and re-seeds grass and fields; applies paint lines on fields for games; trims trees.
• Replaces, repairs and installs sprinklers, valves, and irrigation systems; assists with checking backflow prevention systems.
• Picks up trash around fields and grounds; installs or removes fences.
• Responds to emergency calls including vandalism, beehives, broken valves, etc.
• Assists other staff members with moving of furniture when needed; may assist with hauling refuse as required; performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of District policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the operation of equipment for grounds and fields.
• Knowledge of irrigation methods and fertilization practices.
• Knowledge of safety precautions.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining grounds and fields.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Physical Requirements

Work is performed an outdoor environment. Work requires frequent driving, walking, standing, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds. May be exposed to moving equipment, extreme weather conditions, toxic fumes, chemicals and infectious diseases.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of training or experience working with irrigation, athletic fields or similar ground experience.
• Must possess an Arizona driver's license.
• Must pass district administered examination with a score of 70 or greater.
• Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.
• Depending on the needs of the District, some incumbents in this class must be able to demonstrate fluency in both Spanish and English as a condition of employment.

Salary Grade

F

Hourly Pay

$19.25

Hours per Day

8

Days in Contract

260

Application Procedure

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