Grounds Maintenance Worker

Flour Bluff Independent School District; Corpus Christi (TX); Sur place; USD 19 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Read & understand instructions

Verbal communication

Operate tractor

Lawn equipment operation

Formation

Texas CDL with passenger endorsement

Outils

Tractor operation

Power equipment operation

Description du poste

Starting Date: Immediately

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Flour Bluff Maintenance/Transportation - Corpus Christi, Texas Open in Google Maps

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Job ID: 5966758

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14 to $20.14 Per Hour

Calendar Days: 260

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Must be able to obtain valid Texas commercial driver’s license with passenger/school bus endorsement within 90 days.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• 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.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Grounds and Landscaping:

• 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.

Other:

• 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.
• Adhere to proper channels when communicating ideas, problems, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used:

Tractor and mower, riding and power mower, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, garden and hand tools, posthole auger, aerator, light truck, or van.

Posture:

Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion:

Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.

Lifting:

Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily.

Environment:

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel.

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required