Groundskeeper/Maintenance Pool

WHARTON ISD; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

WHARTON ISD in Wharton, TX seeks a Groundskeeping and Custodial Support worker for routine grounds maintenance and general maintenance duties across district facilities.

Responsibilities include mowing, edging, exterior cleaning, assisting with repairs, and ensuring safe, clean school environments under supervision and in varied weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Experience in general building maintenance or groundskeeping.
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions; effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
• Assist with cleaning of school facilities outside routine custodial work.
• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including basic carpentry/plumbing tasks.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Verbal communication

Operate tools

Work independently

Basic maintenance knowledge

Education

Texas driver’s license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Primary Purpose

Primarily Groundskeeping and Custodial Support along with othe Maintenance Duties.

Primary Purpose

Primarily Groundskeeping and Custodial Support along with othe Maintenance Duties.

Perform routine groundskeeping duties: Mowing, edging, sweeping, raking, trimming.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)
• Ability to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to work independently

Experience

• Experience in general building maintenance or groundsekeeping.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist with mowing and detaliling of district grounds.
• Assist with cleaning of school facilities outside of routine custodial work. (Cleaning exterior windows, interior ledges, duct vents, etc.)
• 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.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

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.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van
• Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, 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 and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Primary Location

Maintenance Dept.

Salary Range Per Year

Per Year

Shift Type

Full-Time