Grounds Worker

Lufkin ISD; Kentucky; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lufkin ISD in Texas is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain safe and attractive district grounds, including athletic fields, under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance.

The role requires a valid Texas driver’s license, ability to follow detailed instructions, and reliable communication with students, staff, and the community. Training is provided; prior experience is not required.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification includes a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to understand and follow written or oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and operate power-driven equipment.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow maintenance plan for lawns, trees, shrubs and flowers, including watering and pruning.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Prepare athletic fields for games (chalk, marking, etc.).
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish and refuse.
• Assist with inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools safely and follow safety procedures.
• Report unsafe conditions to supervisor and keep equipment in safe condition.
• Transport workers and equipment to district sites.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Provide professional communication with students, staff and community members.
• Maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment.
• Take reliable messages and route to appropriate staff.

Skills

Instruction comprehension

Communication

Operate power-driven equipment

Education

Valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

Garden tools

Small hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Backhoe

Tractor

Grader

Power mower

Light truck/van

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Grounds/ Grounds Worker
• Date Posted: 6/26/2025
• Location: 937 GROUNDSKEEPING

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Reports to: Director of Maintenance

Dept./School: Maintenance Services

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Grounds and Landscaping

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.

Safety

• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, 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.
• All other duties as assigned.

Customer Care Skills

• Provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff, and other professionals at all times.
• Use proper phone etiquette at all times, speaking slowly and clearly. Take reliable messages, and route to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure superior customer care skills are used via eye contact, facial expressions, voice inflections, body language, and an attitude of “going the extra mile” for others.
• Ensure all requests for information are dealt with in an appropriate timeframe.
• Create and maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment toward all internal and external customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van

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) on a daily basis

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

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Additional Job Information: Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for this position. All applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

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.

FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.

LISD reserves the right to not fill positions if it is determined by the Superintendent to not be in the best interest of the district.