Grounds Worker

Seguin Independent School District; Seguin (KS); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Seguin Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain district facilities grounds, ensuring safety, neatness and attractiveness on site.

You will operate lawn tractors and other equipment, mow and trim grass, plant and prune as needed, and support the Grounds Foreman and Maintenance Director. A high school diploma preferred and a valid Texas Class C driver's license are required or preferred.

Excellent communication and safety awareness are essential for daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Class C Texas driver's license.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in grounds care operations.
• Knowledge in the safe operation of grounds care equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as assigned by the Grounds Foreman and assist others as needed.
• Maintain good attendance, safety, and driving records.
• Work in a neat, orderly and safe manner.
• Operate power-driven ground maintenance equipment.
• Inform foreman of hazardous situations on grounds and sites.
• Remove hazardous objects from grounds and sites as needed.
• Plant, trim, and feed trees and shrubs; remove dead trees.
• Wear required safety equipment and protective clothing.
• Mow and trim grass and/or shrubs at district sites as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Foreman and Maintenance Director.
• Explore alternative methods of performing duties.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Class C Texas driver's license

Tools

Lawn tractors

Lawn mowers

Edger

Weed Eater

Leaf Blower

Wet/dry vacuum

Electrical drill

Water blaster

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Grounds Worker

REPORTS TO:

Leads Grounds

PAY GRADE:

Auxiliary

DEPT / SCHOOL:

Maintenance

DAYS EMPLOYED:

240

EXEMPTION:

Non- Exempt

DATE REVISED:

Oct. 2026

Primary Purpose:

To perform necessary tasks to maintain grounds around district facilities and on district sites so they are safe neat, and attractive

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Valid Class "C" Texas driver's license

Experience/Other Requirements:

Effective communication and interpersonal skill

Experience in grounds care operations

Knowledge in the safe operation of grounds care equipment

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

1. Perform tasks as assigned by the Grounds Foreman. Assist the Foreman and other grounds workers as necessary.
2. Maintain good attendance, safety, and driving records.
3. Perform work in a neat, orderly, and safe manner.
4. Operate power driven ground maintenance equipment.
5. Inform grounds foreman of any hazardous situations noticed while working on school grounds and sites.
6. Remove hazardous objects from grounds and sites while performing duties.
7. Plant, trim, and feed trees and shrubs as needed. Remove dead trees from grounds.
8. Wear required safety equipment and protective clothing.
9. Mow and trim grass and/or shrubs at districts sites, as assigned.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the Grounds Foreman and/or Maintenance Director.
11. Alternative methods of performing your duties.

Equipment Used:

• Lawn tractor, Lawn mowers, Edger, Weed Eater, Leaf Blower
• Wet and dry vacuum cleaner
• Electrical drill
• Water blaster
• Other tools common to grounds work

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Ability to communicate effectively

The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints.

Physical Demands/Environment Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk

Use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls

The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms

The employee is occasionally required to sit

The employee frequently must squat, stoop, or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward

The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb on to ladders

The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 90 lbs such as salt and bulk furniture.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works outdoors (exposure to hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust)

Occasionally work indoors

The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment

The employee may work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, and sprays while performing the duties of this job

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to excessive
SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.

Seguin Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.