Classified: General Maintenance /Grounds Worker

Agua Fria Union High School District; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Agua Fria Union High School District seeks a dedicated General Maintenance/Grounds Worker to support the school facilities and athletic fields. The role involves semi-skilled maintenance, groundskeeping, irrigation work, and preventive upkeep of buildings and grounds.

The position requires attention to safety and the ability to read basic blueprints and schematics, with a focus on reliable, punctual, and professional performance for a busy school environment in Goodyear, AZ.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Valid Arizona driver license preferred
• Must have an exemplary driving record with no more than 8 points in the past 24 months or repeated violations in the past 10 years. Proof of driving record must be obtained from the Motor Vehicle Department annually
• Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and grounds work on buildings and athletic fields
• Operates equipment for maintenance, repair, and groundskeeping
• Installs and maintains irrigation systems
• Maintains records of inspections and maintenance activity
• Assists in repair, maintenance, alteration, construction, installation activities and groundskeeping
• Follows safety rules and OSHA requirements and works from blueprints or sketches as needed

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Bilingual preferred

Heavy manual tasks ability

Read blueprints and diagrams

Safe operation of tools and grounds eq

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Arizona driver license

IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Clean driving record (≤8 points past 24 months)

Tools

Power tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Irrigation systems installation

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION General Maintenance /Grounds Worker

TITLE: General Maintenance/Grounds Worker FTE: 1.0

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt HOURS PER DAY: 8

WORK CALENDAR: 261 days

COMPENSATION: Classified Non Exempt Compensation Guide (Starting at $20.75/hour)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

This position provides assistance with the planning and implementation of maintenance, construction, grounds, and renovation activities necessary to maintain the buildings and grounds in excellent repair and condition

• Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and grounds work, and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance of buildings, grounds and athletic fields
• Performs a variety of mechanical duties on mower, tractor, including: replacing fan belts, plugs, oil change, etc.
• Performs maintenance, custodial and grounds keeper duties as assigned and/or needed
• Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections and maintenance activity
• Assists in repair, maintenance, alteration, construction, installation activities and groundskeeping
• Implements work orders and documents work performed
• Installs and maintains irrigation systems
• Operates and maintains light and medium sized construction and power equipment, and groundskeeper equipment
• Mows, trims, fertilizes, levels and waters all athletic fields and school grounds.
• Marks all athletic fields for appropriate athletic events.
• Cleans restrooms, parking lots, campus grounds and athletic areas
• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all athletic and grounds equipment
• Complies with Safety Rules and Regulations and satisfies OSHA requirements; makes good decisions with safety in mind
• Works from blueprints, sketches, pictures, or word descriptions to complete a wide variety of maintenance projects, as needed
• Maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, staff, parents and school issues
• Provide a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, parents and community
• Perform responsibilities in an ethical and professional manner
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required

Education / Certificate

• High school diploma or equivalent desired
• Valid Arizona driver license preferred
• Must have an exemplary driving record with no more than 8 points in the past 24 months or repeated violations in the past 10 years. Proof of driving record must be obtained from the Motor Vehicle Department annually
• Must have and maintain a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Experience

• Desire three years' experience as a journeyman or equivalent in a maintenance and grounds environment
• Able to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
• Must be proficient in the safe operation of use of hand tools, power tools and groundskeeper equipment
• Must have working knowledge of building and safety codes
• Must possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and diagrams
• Must be 21 years of age or older upon hire

Communication Skills

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions; bilingual preferred.

Computer Skills

• Must possess general knowledge in the use of office machines and computers

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be in good health and possess the ability to push, pull, or lift weights of up to 50 pounds
• Must possess ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces, i.e., trenches, attics, equipment rooms, etc.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time
• Ability to adapt to flexible schedule changes; able to work outside normal business hours and respond to call-outs
• Must possess the ability to organize own work on a daily basis

1-202 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the District complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. The District expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.