Grounds Crew, Building Operations Department

Spring Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Crew member for the Building Operations department in Houston, TX. Immediate starting date with 260 workdays per year and a 14.25–16.77 USD per hour pay scale.

Position requires a valid Texas driver’s license and ability to operate power equipment within safety standards. The role focuses on day-to-day grounds care, mowing, planting, irrigation maintenance, and safe operation of district facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license required.
• Preferred: at least 1 year of lawn, gardening and landscape maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques in daily duties.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery per safety rules.
• Lock, inspect, and safeguard equipment and facilities.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Mow and detail district grounds per work orders.
• Care for grass, trees, shrubs and flowers including planting, watering and pruning.
• Collect leaves, dirt and refuse from facilities.
• Manage watering schedules and sprinkler systems as needed.
• Move equipment between facilities and maintain supplies.
• Maintain playground equipment and ensure safety compliance.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

Power equipment

Following instructions

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Grounds Crew, Building Operations Department

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Job Details

Job ID: 5899003

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days Per Year: 260

Min:$14.25

Mid:$16.77

JOB TITLE: Grounds Crew

Building Operations

REPORT TO: Grounds Crew Leader

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

PAY GRADE: AUX 3

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Grounds Crew is responsible for the day-to-day care and maintenance of the district grounds, ensure that all facilities are safe, neat, and attractive.

All employees of Spring ISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas driver’s license

Preferred

• At least one year of experience in lawn, gardening and landscape maintenance

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to operate power equipment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding equipment and facilities.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Mow and detail of all district grounds as indicated or according to work orders.
• Care for grass, trees, shrubs, and flowers by planting, watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Establish and maintain care and watering schedules, including spraying, fertilizing, and pruning.
• Install, test, adjust, and repair sprinkler systems as needed.
• Keep vehicles supplied with tools and materials.
• Move equipment from facility to facility.
• Erect and maintain playground equipment.
• Follow all safety regulations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Safety goggles; rubber gloves and back support belts as needed; garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; ladders; scaffolds; light truck or van
• Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
• Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work with team members; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Working Conditions

The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following: ability to work in a fast-paced, labor-intensive work environment efficiently and effectively with frequent interruption. Overtime is required as necessary.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be required.

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Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• - Spring ISD Careers
• 16717 Ella Blvd
• Houston, Texas 77090-4213
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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