Grounds Worker - Maintenance

District Wide; Shepherd (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Shepherd Independent School District is seeking a Grounds Worker - Maintenance to keep district grounds and athletic fields safe and attractive.

This full-time role covers mowing, landscaping, sprinkler maintenance, and field preparation with a 246-day term and immediate start. A valid Texas driver’s license and ability to follow detailed instructions are required.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and weed control.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Prepare athletic fields for games, including chalking.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse.
• Inspect, repair, and install sprinkler systems.

Skills

Understand instructions

Communication skills

Operate equipment

Education

Texas driver's license

Job description

Grounds Worker - Maintenance

Shepherd Independent School District District Wide - Shepherd, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5896642

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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

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.

246 Days

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Daniel Jancauskas , Coord. of Maintencance and Facilities
• District Wide
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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