Groundskeeper-Crew Lead

Abilene ISD; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Abilene ISD is seeking a Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping role responsible for the appearance and upkeep of district grounds, athletic fields, and irrigation systems across campuses.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, a Texas driver’s license, and the ability to operate power-driven equipment. Candidates should be proactive, reliable, and capable of following safety procedures while delivering quality grounds care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to understand written or oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment.
• Willingness to learn landscaping and irrigation.

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers (watering, pruning, fertilizing).
• Plant shrubs and vegetation and prep athletic fields for games.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Operate power tools

Safety procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Backhoe operation

Mowers & tractors

Job description

• Position Type:
  Facilities/Custodial/ Facilities
• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
• Location:
  Facilities
• Date Available:
  09/14/2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Shall accomplish various and numerous assigned task necessary for the appearance, maintenance and repair of improved grounds, security, and overall upkeep of grounds at campuses and other AISD assigned areas.
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
High School Diploma/GED desired
Clear and valid Texas driver's license
SPECKAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to operate power-driven equipment
Self-starter, high initiative
Professional attitude always and present a helpful attitude to others
Ground's experience needed, willing to learn all aspects of landscaping and irrigation

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 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
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. 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
• 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
• Maintain fenced enclosures on campuses and assigned areas
• Assist in re-striping of parking lots and curbs using brush or motor driven painting equipment
• Pick-up and delivery of supplies and materials pertinent to grounds maintenance and other craft areas
• Assist in other craft areas when necessary in a spirit of teamwork and corporation
• Operate vehicles, tractor and motor-driven push and riding mowers
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Grounds Lead Person and/or supervisor
• Use care when working around existing gas, water, and electric utility systems. Immediately report to your supervisor and the Facilities office any damage done to utility components.

TOOLS/EQUIPMENT USED:

Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van and pull behind trailers

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work with frequent interruptions
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Assembling and moving ladders, scaffolding, trailers, compressors, etc.
• Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds
• May be required to wear a respirator and pass appropriate pulmonary physical
• Exposure to noise and communicable diseases
• Extreme cold/heat
• Exposure to wet and humid conditions
• Work in confined spaces
• Exposure to legal limits of pesticides and herbicides
• Exposure to odors and gases
• Tolerate exposure to grasses and other outside environments

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt
Pay Grade: Auxiliary-3
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job. I understand this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed.