Grounds Mechanic

Arlington Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District is seeking a grounds and facilities technician to maintain and repair depot equipment and schedule PMs on tractors, mowers, and related tools. The role requires reading English instructions and strong safety compliance across campus grounds.

Four years of grounds maintenance experience are preferred, along with a valid Texas Class C driver's license and diesel engine coursework. The position may involve overtime and on-call duties across AISD facilities.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Texas Class C driver's license is required.
• Preference for courses in diesel engines.

Responsibilities

• Follow AISD safety procedures per the handbook.
• Maintain grounds, drive and operate service vehicles.
• Prepare and log daily work orders.
• Keep exterior facilities neat and safe.
• Respond to service calls and on-call requests as needed.

Skills

English reading

Teamwork with students

Education

High School Diploma/GED

TX Driver's License Class C

Diesel engines training

Tools

Maintenance vehicles

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

ROLE AND PURPOSE:

Maintain, repair, parts ordering utilizing AISD procedures for purchasing and schedule PM on Tractors, mowers, line trimmers, chain and pole saws, edgers and other small engine repairs as designated by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED from an accredited institution, required.
• Ability to read and understand verbal instructions in English
• Valid TX driver's license Class C required (Class B preferred)
• Specialized courses in diesel engines (college or vocational) preferred

Experience:

• Working knowledge of and ability to operate all power equipment, vehicles, tractors and attachments associated with department
• Four years of experience in grounds and exterior facilities maintenance

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

I. JOB DUTIES:

• Follow all AISD safety procedures as covered in the AISD safety handbook
• Abide by all AISD policies and procedures as outlined in the AISD auxiliary employee handbook
• Assume responsibility for safe operation and care of assigned service vehicle, tools and equipment
• Assume responsibility for personal time record
• Maintain department schedules and daily log Initiate and complete work orders given
• Keep school grounds and exterior facilities, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas neat and clean
• Reporting any safety hazards
• Comply with all local, state, and federal laws
• Perform all other duties assigned as determined by the needs of the district
• Maintain effective and positive public relations within assigned department and with all other areas of contact
• 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 may be directed by your immediate supervisor and/or any other supervisor within your line of authority

II. OTHER DUTIES:

• Maintain AISD maintenance and grounds mechanic as needed

III. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

IV. MISCELLANEOUS:

• Perform other duties as assigned

V. EQUIPMENT & SOFTWARE SKILLS:

• Tractor and associated attachments
• Uses, mower, edger, cord trimmer, blower, hedge trimmer, tiller, sod cutter, electric drill, electric saw and hand tools, dump trucks, tractors and associated attachments.

VI. WORKING CONDITIONS:

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Use of tools equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, regularly operate a light truck or van
• Posture: Frequent walking, standing, crouching, stooping, lifting, pushing, bending, reaching overhead and horizontally
• Motion: Walk over rough or uneven surfaces
• Lifting: Occasionally moving objects up to 75 pounds, ascend/descend ladders, scaffolding ramps, piles
• Environment: Will work under, around, and outside of all AISD facilities, will be exposed to all outside conditions in this region of Texas, exposure to dust, chemicals, and other materials and slippery and uneven walking surfaces.
• Mental Demands: Work for sustained periods of time maintaining attention to detail

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