Grounds Maintenance - Crew Lead

Arlington Independent School District; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Crew Lead to maintain district grounds and supervise the Groundskeepers. The role includes daily maintenance, operations, and application of fertilizers and herbicides to keep campus grounds safe and attractive.

The position requires experience in grounds keeping, supervisory duties, and knowledge of chemical safety. Ability to operate heavy equipment and lift up to 50 lbs is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises Athletic Groundskeepers and ensures staff follow AISD policies.
• Follow AISD safety procedures as in AISD safety handbook.
• Maintain grounds to ensure district athletic facilities are safe and well kept.
• Oversee operation and care of assigned service vehicle, tools and equipment.
• Maintain preventive maintenance for health and safety of students and staff.
• Handle multiple priorities, organize workload and meet deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Grounds keeping

Herbicide/Pesticide application

Valid TX driver's license

Chemical safety knowledge

Heavy lifting

Operate grounds equipment

Reading English instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Backhoe

Tractor

Grader

Power mower

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Grounds Crew Lead shall be responsible to maintain all district's grounds and manage the Groundskeepers. Additionally, the position will participate in the daily maintenance, operations, and application of fertilizers and herbicides to ensure district campus grounds are safe, functional, and attractive.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and understand verbal instructions in English


• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited Institution preferred


• Valid TX driver's license Class C required (Class B preferred)


• Knowledge of chemical safety and chemical storage best management practices


• Ability to safely operate motorized grounds keeping equipment


• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. without assistance


• 2 years in a supervisory capacity preferred


• 2 years of experience in grounds keeping, landscape maintenance, and athletic field care preferred


• 1 years of experience in herbicide and/or pesticide application preferred


• 1 year weed control experience preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Supervises the Athletic Groundskeepers and ensures that the staff abides by Arlington ISD policies and procedures.


• Follow all AISD safety procedures as covered in AISD safety handbook


• Abide by all AISD policies and procedures as outlined in AISD auxiliary employee handbook


• Comply with all required laws, rules, regulations, and ordinances applicable to obtaining herbicides and pesticides, their application, storage, and disposal of said materials and containers.


• Oversee grounds personnel and maintain operation to ensure district athletic grounds are safe, neat, and well maintained.


• Assume responsibility for safe operation and care of assigned service vehicle, tools, and equipment


• Assume responsibility for personal time card


• Maintain a program of preventive maintenance to assure the health and safety of students and staff


• Maintain procedures for locking, safeguarding and checking exterior facilities


• Maintain department schedules, handle multiple priorities, organize workload, and meet deadlines


• Make minor facility repairs and report major repairs as needed to supervisor


• Inspect vehicles and equipment for safety and efficiency


• Follow compliance with Occupational Health and Safety codes and standards


• Maintain effective and positive public relations with customers and fellow employees


• Practice high stands of safety and good housekeeping skills in all work related areas, and leave all work areas in a clean and orderly manner upon completion of all job assignments.


• Perform other duties as assigned by the foreman or grounds supervisor


• Position may require overtime, as necessary to maintain function of District facilities


• Position will respond to service calls in a timely manner while serving on-call duty, as necessary to maintain function of District facilities.


• Any other duties as may be directed by your immediate supervisor and/or any other supervisor within your line of authority.

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van. Use of tools/equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity


• 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) daily. Occasionally move objects up to 75 pounds; ascend/descend ladders, scaffolding ramps, poles.


• 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; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel. Will work in, under, around, and outside of all AISD facilities, will be exposed to all outside conditions found in this region of Texas, exposure to dust, chemicals, and other materials and slippery and uneven walking surfaces.


• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Performs other duties as assigned by your immediate supervisor and/or any other supervisor within your line of authority