Grounds Worker

Farmington Municipal Schools; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmington Municipal Schools is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain yards and grounds, repair sprinkler systems, fences and playground equipment. The role includes cleaning exterior areas and performing concrete work as needed.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and up to four years of grounds/maintenance experience, with the ability to work independently and reports to the Grounds Supervisor/Plant Operations Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years experience in grounds and maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep grass mowed, bushes trimmed, etc.
• Plant as needed and install/maintain outdoor equipment (playgrounds, sports fields).
• Paint parking lots and keep exterior of building clean and free of trash, snow, rubbish.
• Install and maintain sprinkler systems; repair fences as needed and report more extensive repairs.
• Weed exterior areas and perform concrete work for sidewalks; troubleshoot systems.
• Maintain tools and other equipment; deliver custodial supplies.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor.

Skills

Dependable

Good judgment

Organized

Initiative

Quality workmanship

Public relations

Team player

Self-motivated

Adaptable

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Grounds Worker

Supervisor: Grounds Supervisor/Plant Operations Supervisor

• Plant as needed
• Install and maintain outside equipment such as playground, sports fields
• Keep exterior of building clean and free of trash, snow, rubbish
• Install and keep sprinkler systems maintained
• Perform fence repairs as needed
• Report needs for more extensive repairs
• Weed exterior of buildings and grounds if needed
• Do concrete work for sidewalks
• Trouble shooting of systems
• Maintain tools and other equipment
• Deliver custodial supplies
• Other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor

Position: Grounds Worker

Supervisor: Grounds Supervisor/Plant Operations Supervisor

General Job Description

Perform skills in the development, maintenance and cleaning of yards and grounds. Perform repairs of sprinkler systems, fences, playground equipment and sports equipment as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Keep grass mowed, bushes trimmed, etc.
• Plant as needed
• Install and maintain outside equipment such as playground, sports fields
• Paint parking lots
• Keep exterior of building clean and free of trash, snow, rubbish
• Install and keep sprinkler systems maintained
• Perform fence repairs as neededReport needs for more extensive repairs
• Weed exterior of buildings and grounds if needed
• Keep adequate supplies available
• Do concrete work for sidewalks
• Trouble shooting of systems
• Maintain tools and other equipment
• Deliver custodial supplies
• Other duties as deemed necessary by supervisor

Additional Duties And Responsibilities

• Be dependable
• Use good judgment
• Be organized
• Show initiative
• Perform high quality results in work assignments
• Maintain good rapport with other workers
• Maintain good public relations
• Respond positively to supervision
• Maintain confidentiality

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, 4 years experience in grounds and maintenance work preferred.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired.  Sitting, walking, reaching, kneeling, crawling, standing, lifting and carrying (up to 100 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, may be required.

Equipment/Technology Handled

Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all equipment necessary for the job.

Work Environment

Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district. This position is contracted for 236 days per year.