Grounds Worker

Sylvania; Poth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Texas maintains safe and attractive grounds for the district. The Groundskeeper is responsible for mowing, detailing, watering, pruning, and caring for beds, shrubs, and athletic fields; assist with chalking fields and sprinklers.

You will follow safety procedures, operate power-driven equipment, transport tools across sites, and work extended hours as needed. A valid Texas driver’s license and clear communication are required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to understand detailed written or oral instructions.
• Effective communication with district staff and supervisors.
• Experience operating power-driven landscaping equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow maintenance plan for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers; watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, weed control.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation; assist with preparation of athletic fields (chalk).
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from facilities.
• Assist with inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools safely and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.

Skills

Understand detailed written or oral

Communicate effectively

Operate power-driven equipment

Education

Valid Texas driver’s license

Job description

Job Title: Groundskeeper Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Operations Director Date Revised: 7/28/2026

Dept./School: Maintenance

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.

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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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 district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress