Groundskeeper

South San Antonio Independent School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South San Antonio Independent School District Maintenance Dept in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain safe and attractive grounds district-wide. The role requires a valid Texas driver’s license and ability to operate tractors, mowers, and various landscaping tools.

The position is nonexempt, full-time, with duties including mowing, planting, sprinkler work, and field preparation for athletic events. Safety procedures must be followed and background checks completed.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Fingerprinting background check required.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment.
• Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for trees, shrubs and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and weed control.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with athletic field preparation for games, including chalking fields.
• Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
• Inspect, repair, and install sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment following safety procedures.
• Transport workers and equipment between sites.

Skills

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Tractor operation

Power tools operation

Education

Valid Texas driver's license

Fingerprinting background check

Tools

Backhoe

Tractor

Lawn mower

Power tools

Sprinkler systems

Job description

Job Description

South San Antonio Independent School District Maintenance Dept - San Antonio, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Title: Groundskeeper
Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor/Principal
Dept./School: Maintenance Department
Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: MS2

Days: 235

Primary Purpose:
Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
Valid Texas driver's license
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to read and understand written instructions
Ability to communicate (verbally)
Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment
Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools

Experience:
None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Grounds and Landscaping

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for 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.
• Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
• 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,
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• 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.
• 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, mower, grader; and riding and power mower; gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, auger, aerator; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, walking, climbing, reaching, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, heaving lifting, and carrying, 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

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Groundskeeper

South San Antonio Independent School District Maintenance Dept - San Antonio, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in South San Antonio Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5953028

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.35 to $21.83 Per Hour

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd.
• San Antonio, Texas 78242
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]