District Grounds & Field Maintenance Technician

Flour Bluff Independent School District; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Flour Bluff Independent School District in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to maintain safe, attractive district grounds and landscaping. Immediate start with 260 calendar days and a salary of $14–$20.14 per hour.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, sprinkler work, and field prep for games. Must obtain Texas CDL with passenger endorsement within 90 days. Physical duties include lifting up to 45+ lbs, outdoor work, and irregular hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain valid Texas commercial driver’s license with passenger/school bus endorsement within 90 days.
• Ability to read and understand written instructions.
• Ability to communicate (verbally).
• Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment.
• Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring the beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Help keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
• Maintain good working communications with co-workers and other staff members.
• Help maintain cohesiveness among employees.
• Perform duties in a timely and organized manner.
• Project a professional image through demeanor and dress.
• Comply with Maintenance/Transportation Department policies and procedures.
• Comply with policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook and addendum.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Skills

Read & understand instructions

Verbal communication

Operate tractor

Lawn equipment operation

Education

Texas CDL with passenger endorsement

Tools

Tractor operation

Power equipment operation

Job description

Flour Bluff Independent School District in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to maintain safe, attractive district grounds and landscaping. Immediate start with 260 calendar days and a salary of $14–$20.14 per hour.

Responsibilities include mowing, planting, sprinkler work, and field prep for games. Must obtain Texas CDL with passenger endorsement within 90 days. Physical duties include lifting up to 45+ lbs, outdoor work, and irregular hours.