Grounds Maintenance Worker

Region 8 ESC; Pittsburg (TX); In loco; USD 32.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Pittsburg Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to cultivate and maintain outdoor spaces across district campuses and offices.

The role involves maintaining school grounds, athletic fields, walkways, and irrigation systems, with duties ranging from landscaping to minor repairs and event setup. Strong physical ability and valid driver's license are required.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in landscaping/grounds maintenance; school or municipal setting is a plus.
• Ability to operate motorized grounds equipment safely.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor (up to 50 lbs) in various weather.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and fingerprinting.
• Must obtain Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement within first year.

Mansioni

• Campus landscaping: cut, trim, edge, prune shrubs and trees across grounds.
• Maintain athletic fields for practices and games, including mowing and lining.
• Rake, sweep, and remove debris; clear walkways of snow and ice in winter.
• Water lawns and ensure irrigation operates efficiently.
• Operate grounds equipment and perform routine maintenance on tools.
• Inspect outdoor hardscapes and assist with event setup as needed.

Conoscenze

Grounds maintenance

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Push mower

Riding mower

Tractor

Blower

Chainsaw

Trimmer

Descrizione del lavoro

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Facilities / Maintenance Reports To: Facilities Director / Grounds Supervisor

Job Summary: The Grounds Maintenance Worker is responsible for cultivating and maintaining clean, safe, and visually appealing outdoor spaces across district campuses and offices. This role ensures that all school grounds, athletic fields, playgrounds, and walkways are properly maintained to provide a secure and welcoming environment for students, staff, and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campus Landscaping & Upkeep: Cut, trim, edge, and prune landscaped areas, shrubs, and trees across school grounds. Plant flowers and lay mulch or topsoil as needed to maintain campus aesthetics.
• Athletic Field Maintenance: Maintain and prepare athletic fields (football, soccer, baseball, track) for practices and games, including mowing, aerating, overseeding, and lining fields.
• Safety & Cleanliness: Rake, sweep, and remove trash, leaves, and debris from lawns, walkways, parking lots, and playgrounds. Clear walkways of snow and ice during winter months to ensure safe passage for students and staff.
• Irrigation Management: Water lawns, shrubs, and new grass. Check, adjust, and repair sprinkler heads, valves, and irrigation pipes to ensure efficient water usage.
• Equipment Operation & Maintenance: Operate push and riding mowers, tractors, blowers, chainsaws, and trimmers. Perform routine cleaning and minor preventative maintenance on groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.
• General Facility Support: Inspect and perform minor repairs on outdoor hardscapes, including fences, playground equipment, signs, and benches. Assist the broader facilities team with heavy lifting or event setup as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or a related field (experience in a school or municipal setting is a plus).
• Ability to safely operate and perform basic maintenance on motorized grounds equipment.
• Physical ability to perform heavy labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods in various weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and fingerprinting (required for school district employment).
• Must obtain class B cdl with passenger and school bus endorsement . This must be done within the first year of employment.

Grounds Maintenance Worker

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Job Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kenneth Shelton , Maintenance Director
• Maintenance
• Email: [e-mail]