Grounds Worker

Seguin Independent School District; Seguin (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Seguin Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Worker in its Maintenance department to perform grounds care and upkeep across district facilities. You will help keep grounds safe, neat, and attractive while operating common grounds equipment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred and a valid Texas Class C driver's license; strong communication and grounds care experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Texas Class C driver's license required
• Experience in grounds care operations and safe operation of grounds equipment

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as assigned by the Grounds Foreman and assist other grounds workers as necessary.
• Maintain good attendance, safety, and driving records.
• Perform work in a neat, orderly, and safe manner.
• Operate power-driven ground maintenance equipment.
• Inform grounds foreman of hazardous situations on school grounds and sites.
• Remove hazardous objects from grounds and sites during duties.
• Plant, trim, and feed trees and shrubs; remove dead trees as needed.
• 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 the Grounds Foreman and Maintenance Director.

Skills

Effective communication

Grounds care operations

Safe equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Valid Texas Class C driver's license

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Seguin Independent School District

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Grounds Worker
• Date Posted: 10/6/2026
• Location: Maintenance & Operations

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

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

Alternative methods of performing your duties.

Equipment Used:

Wet and dry vacuum cleaner

Electrical drill

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

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.