Grounds Worker

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

Job summary

Winona Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Worker to maintain district facilities and grounds, including mowing, cleaning, and minor repairs. The role requires a valid Texas driver’s license and the ability to follow safety procedures and work independently.

You will assist in maintenance tasks, operate cleaning equipment, and help prepare facilities for events. The position is full-time and located in Winona, Texas.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally).
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds. Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds and controlling weeds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.
• 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.
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• 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.

Skills

Driver's license

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Operate cleaning equipment

Work independently

Hand & power tools

Education

Texas driver’s license

Job description

Grounds Worker

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board , and Winona Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5947093

Application Deadline: Oct 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety procedures.

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures and building and grounds maintenance.

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

Experience:

____ year experience in general building maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds. Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds and controlling weeds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ronnie Marsh , Director of Maintenance/Custodial
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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