Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Technician

Broward-County-Public-Schools; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools seeks a Facilities Serviceperson & Grounds Maintenance to perform heavy cleaning, grounds upkeep and basic repairs across the WHIDDON-ROGERS Education Center in Fort Lauderdale. The role emphasizes safety, timely work, and reliable custodial duties in a busy school environment.

You will operate cleaning equipment, mow lawns, change light bulbs, wash surfaces, and assist with plantings while maintaining records of time and materials.

Qualifications

• Experience in custodial work and other trades such as sprinkler repair and upkeep, lawn maintenance, trimming and fertilizing.
• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job related training program, offered by Broward County Public Schools and receive a Basic Facilities Service certification within the probationary period of employment.
• Ability to operate labor saving devices such as shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, plus other equipment used in grounds maintenance.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, climb ladders.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English on cleaning and equipment operation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Computer skills as required for the position

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas inside and outside the school, as directed.
• Perform scheduled work according to custodial standards.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.
• Empty heavy containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc., carry garbage cans, and compactor bags to dumpster and dispose of properly.
• Mow lawn and trim hedges, shrubs, trees, etc., using riding or push mower, "weed eaters", edgers, hand tools or other appropriate equipment.
• Replace light bulbs or florescent lights, clean fixtures, wash windows, trim trees, etc.
• Operate heavy equipment to sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax and otherwise clean floors, walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
• Dust, wipe, wash and wax furniture such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, etc. and perform minor repair work, as needed.
• Pick up and dispose of debris from yards, walkways, parking lots, etc.
• Plant flowers, bushes, trees and other items, as directed.
• Maintain equipment in a satisfactory condition by sharpening blades, lubricating parts properly, cleaning, as necessary, and storing them safely and securely.
• Inform supervisor of needed supplies. Identify building equipment, mechanical equipment and structural problems which require servicing or maintenance. Inform immediate supervisor of needs and, call-in maintenance work orders as directed by facility administrator.
• Practice safety continuously and ensure that a safe working area exists.
• Complete all projects in a competent manner by ensuring proper recording of time and materials used.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate in training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, or designee.

Skills

Custodial experience

Lawn maintenance

Sprinkler repair

Heavy lifting

English instruction following

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic Facilities Service Certification

Shampoo and scrubbing machines

Job description

Broward County Public Schools seeks a Facilities Serviceperson & Grounds Maintenance to perform heavy cleaning, grounds upkeep and basic repairs across the WHIDDON-ROGERS Education Center in Fort Lauderdale. The role emphasizes safety, timely work, and reliable custodial duties in a busy school environment.

You will operate cleaning equipment, mow lawns, change light bulbs, wash surfaces, and assist with plantings while maintaining records of time and materials.