Grounds III

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking a Grounds Worker to supervise Grounds Maintenance staff and provide technical assistance for projects at the Facility Services Center.

The role requires experience in landscape maintenance, operation of power equipment, and coordination of labor, materials, and equipment. A valid Texas driver license and insurable driving record are required; irrigation maintenance experience is preferred. Join a team focused on safe, efficient grounds operations across campuses.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier.
• Four years of experience in grounds/landscape maintenance.
• Five years of irrigation maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and maintain a work order system showing labor and materials history.
• Analyze each job assignment and request materials and labor as needed.
• Inspect grounds and facilities and initiate needed repairs.
• Coordinate labor, materials, and equipment for grounds operations.
• Drive Plano ISD vehicle to inspect work sites and transport materials.
• Install and maintain landscaping on campuses; supervise related duties.
• Operate and maintain equipment used for grounds operations.

Skills

Landscape maintenance

Power equipment operation

Communication skills

Team supervision

Education

Read/write English

Texas driver license

Insurable driving record

Job description

• Position Type: Facility Services- Para/Manual/ Grounds Worker
• Date Posted: 10/6/2026
• Location: Facility Services Center

Pay Grade: 47B (Min $22.38 per hr)

Work Days:261

Primary Purpose:

• Responsible for direct supervision of and technical assistance to the Grounds Maintenance workers. Assist Grounds Lead in supervising personnel and coordinating maintenance and special projects

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Valid Texas driver's license
• Driving record that is insurable with Plano ISD's insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Working knowledge of landscape maintenance and installation
• Ability to operate power equipment, tractors, heavy equipment
• Ability to communicate well and interact with all people in a courteous manner

Experience:

• Four years of experience, commercial kitchens and sensitive or reduced impact pest management programs preferred but not required

Preferred Experience:

• Five years of experience in irrigation maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Complete work orders and maintain a work order system to handle work orders and establish a record for reference, which shows a history of labor, and materials for work orders originated by the schools as well as by the grounds department
• Analyze each job assignment and request materials and labor as needed
• Inspect the grounds and facilities and initiate the needed repair
• Coordinate labor, materials, and equipment used for grounds operations
• Drive Plano ISD vehicle to inspect work sites, transport materials, and perform required labor
• Perform and supervise required duties for installing and maintaining landscaping on campuses
• Operate and maintain equipment used for grounds operations
• Pick up trash and debris from grassy areas and fields prior to moving
• Attend special training programs
• Follow safety rules as well as assume the responsibilities that others follow these rules
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervision of Grounds personnel

Equipment Used:

• Uses hand tools, power tools, power equipment, tractors; operates Plano ISD vehicles

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 pounds, stooping, bending, twisting, reaching above shoulder, pushing, climbing, kneeling and walking; manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion, work outside under conditions of inclement weather, exposure to sun, excessive noise, intermittent fumes, smoke, gases, grease and oils; work around machinery with moving parts, work around moving objects or vehicles. occasional prolonged and irregular hours.