Groundskeeper - Senior (Athletics)

Katy ISD; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) is seeking a Senior Groundskeeper for Athletics to maintain district grounds and athletic fields. The role reports to the Ground Crew Chief / Athletic Grounds Foreman and requires a Texas Operator’s License, physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and 260 duty days.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with responsibilities including operating tractors and grounds maintenance equipment, carrying gear for long shifts, and addressing hazardous

Qualifications

• Texas Operator’s License
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• May be assigned to regular grounds crew, athletic grounds crew, tractor driver or landscaping.
• Operate tractor and power driven grounds maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to carry grounds maintenance equipment for eight hours.
• Perform duties as assigned with hand tools for grounds maintenance.
• Advise Grounds Crew Chief/Athletic Grounds Foreman of any hazardous situations they notice while working on school grounds.
• Remove hazardous objects from grounds while performing their duties, such as broken glass, etc.

Skills

Operator's license

Follow instructions

Lifting 50 lb

Job description

Groundskeeper - Senior (Athletics)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5912893
Application Deadline: Sep 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Ground Crew Chief / Athletic Grounds Foreman

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Duty Days: 260 Days

Pay Grade: A03

Qualifications:

Texas Operator’s License

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Physically able to lift 50 pounds

Primary Purpose:

Provide all district grounds and athletic fields with quality grounds care. Provide expertise and guidance regarding upkeep of district grounds and athletic fields as required.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• May be assigned to regular grounds crew, athletic grounds crew, tractor driver or landscaping.
• Operate tractor and power driven grounds maintenance equipment.
• Must be able to carry grounds maintenance equipment for eight hours.
• Perform duties as assigned with hand tools for grounds maintenance.
• Advise Grounds Crew Chief/Athletic Grounds Foreman of any hazardous situations they notice while working on school grounds.
• Remove hazardous objects from grounds while performing their duties, such as broken glass, etc.

Equipment Used:

Tractor and mower, riding and power, gas-powered weed trimmer, blower, edger, sprayer, striping machine, garden and hand tools, posthole auger, aerator. Light truck or van.

Working Conditions:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and around moving objects or vehicles. Exposure to extreme temperatures, chemicals (herbicides and fertilizer), and loud noises. Frequent district wide travel.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]