Groundskeeper I

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Kerrville (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is hiring a Groundskeeper I in Kerrville, Texas. This entry-level position involves performing various activities to maintain the appearance of public grounds, including gardening and equipment operation.

Qualified candidates should have a high school education and experience in grounds maintenance. A valid Class C Drivers License issued by Texas is necessary, and the ability to work overtime and in inclement weather conditions is required.

This role can include heavy lifting and working on weekends or special events as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school is preferred.
• Experience in grounds keeping and maintenance work.
• Valid Class C Drivers License issued by Texas is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the appearance of grounds and perform gardening activities.
• Drive trucks and haul materials and supplies.
• Works events requiring setup and cleanup.
• Perform custodial work and maintain grounds keeping tools.

Skills

Knowledge of planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grass

Skill in the use of grounds keeping hand tools and equipment

Skill in operating motorized equipment

Ability to maintain and care for tools and equipment

Education

Completion of high school

Experience in grounds keeping and maintenance work

Tools

Tractors

Mowers

Edgers

Hedge trimmers

Job description

Groundskeeper I

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs entry-level work in caring for grounds or public buildings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains the appearance of grounds
  • Mows and trims grass. Trims, waters, removes and plants trees and shrubs. Controls the advent of ant beds.
  • Cares for lawns, shrubbery, trees and flowerbeds using standard tools and equipment.
  • Removes dirt, rubbish and refuse from grounds.
• Drives trucks and hauls materials, supplies, and dirt and/or office furniture.
• Works special events, i.e. parking, loading, etc. – may include weekends and overtime.
• Maintains and cares for grounds keeping tools, supplies and ground equipment.
• Performs various gardening activities.
• Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• May assist in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, auto repair and maintenance.
• May perform vehicle oil changes, lubes, inspections, cleaning and washing.
• Must be able to perform on call duties.
• May repair, stripe, and/or perform preventative maintenance on parking lots, roads and sidewalks within the grounds.
• May perform custodial work, assisting in cleaning buildings and moving furniture.
• Performs related work as assigned

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Completion of high school is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Experience in grounds keeping and maintenance work.
• Required to possess a valid Class C Drivers License issued by the State of Texas, and proof of insurance.
• Ability to perform on call duties.
• Knowledge of the planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grass.
• Skill in the use of grounds keeping hand tools and equipment.
• Skill in the operation of motorized and gas operated equipment such as tractors, mowers, edgers, chain saws, hedge trimmers, self-propelled sweeper/vacuums, and paint striping machines.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of parking lots.
• Ability to maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds keeping and gardening.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to lift 100 pounds and carries 70 pounds.
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, bend climb and lift 50 pounds plus.
• Must be able to work overtime, some evenings, nights and weekends.