Athletic Grounds & Field Maintenance Tech

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is seeking a groundskeeper to maintain district grounds, athletic fields and landscape areas. The role requires operating tractors, mowers, and tools, following safety procedures and instructions, and communicating effectively in English.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, watering, pruning, performing preventive maintenance, and assisting with field preparation for games. Regular attendance and reliability are essential in this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas Driver’s License with driving record per Texas School Bus Driver requirements if required to drive a district vehicle.
• Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment.
• Ability to operate riding or power mowers, power tools and hand tools.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to communicate (verbally) effectively.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to speak, read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for trees, shrubs and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, beds and weed control.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with preparing athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish and refuse from facilities.
• Operate tools and equipment according to safety procedures.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Keep vehicles, equipment and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency; perform preventive maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Regular and reliable attendance is essential.

Skills

Driver's license

Operate tractor

Operate mower

Read instructions

Communicate effectively

Follow instructions

English language

Job description

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD is seeking a groundskeeper to maintain district grounds, athletic fields and landscape areas. The role requires operating tractors, mowers, and tools, following safety procedures and instructions, and communicating effectively in English.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, watering, pruning, performing preventive maintenance, and assisting with field preparation for games. Regular attendance and reliability are essential in this on-site position.