Mechanic II - Landscape Services

Clayton County Public Schools; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County Public Schools in Jonesboro, Georgia is seeking a Mechanic II - Landscape Services to support district facilities with landscaping, asphalt repair, graffiti removal, and related maintenance. This role reports to the Grounds Supervisor and requires operation of mowers, blowers, edgers, and other tools.

You will drive district vehicles, manage PPE and inventory, and work in variable outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificate required.
• Landscaping experience preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license required; CDL preferred; trade/technical license or certification preferred.
• Independent judgement is necessary; work under Landscape Services Supervisor.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Outlook, Gmail and Google Docs is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with care and maintenance programs for Landscape Services crafts.
• Operates equipment such as mowers, blowers, edgers, trimmers, ladders and power tools.
• Drives district vehicle to work sites and maintains vehicle PPE and inventory.
• May be on call after hours and assist other Facilities departments as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs frequently and 100 lbs occasionally, and climb ladders.

Skills

Landscaping

Equipment operation

Vehicle operation

PPE and safety

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Gmail

Google Docs

Incident IQ

Job description

Mechanic II - Landscape Services

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950180

Application Deadline: Jan 05, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs and assists with the care and maintenance programs for all the Landscape Services department’s crafts including but not limited to landscaping, asphalt repair, graffiti removal, playground repair, pressure washing, small engine repair, chemical treatment, etc. This position reports to the Grounds Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs and assists with the care and maintenance programs for all the Landscape Services department’s crafts including but not limited to landscaping, asphalt repair, graffiti removal, playground repair, pressure washing, small engine repair, chemical treatment, etc.

Assumes responsibility for all tools and materials. Operates different equipment relevant to repairs, installations, and preventative maintenance including but not limited to mowers, blowers, edgers, weed eaters, hand tools, power tools, ladders, tractors, etc.

Drives district vehicle to work sites as needed to perform work throughout the district; maintains proper parts PPE and inventory on the district vehicle to meet assigned maintenance work orders; restocks supplies and tools in vehicle; performs daily vehicle safety check.

All other duties and training, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services to support district initiatives.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma or GED certificate required.

Landscaping experience preferred.

Valid Georgia driver’s license required; CDL preferred; trade/technical license or certification preferred.

Independent judgement is necessary; other decisions and recommendations made under the guidance of Landscape Services Supervisor.

Requires regular contact with internal and external stakeholders and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of importance.

Requires some managerial skills.

Knowledge preferred in processing paperwork electronically utilizing Word, Excel, and Outlook, Gmail, Google Docs, Incident IQ, etc.

Responsibility for the Welfare of Others:Constant (Daily) - to exercise the duty of care and protection of the health, safety, security, welfare, well-being, and best interests of the district's various stakeholders.

Variable work environment – all district buildings and grounds; subjected to a wide range of weather conditions and temperatures.

May be on call after normal work hours (24 hours a day, seven days a week) and in emergency situations; may be required to assist other Facilities departments as requested.

Must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds frequently and one hundred (100) pounds occasionally; must wear appropriate personal protective equipment when required.

Walking, standing, kneeling, driving for eight (8) hours per day; must be able to climb a thirty (30) foot ladder and negotiate stairs.

Before being extended an offer of employment, selected candidates will be notified by the district to undergo the required physical examination for this position.

NOTE: This is a Grade 18, 225-day position with a salary range of $33,820 - $50,747. Final salary placement within this range is determined based on individual credentials, years of relevant experience, and the guidelines outlined in the CCPS Compensation Handbook found here.

Position Type: FULL TIME

Salary: $32,313 to $35,129 Paid based on salary scale

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Applicant Account , Testing
• 1058 Fifth Avenue
• Jonesboro, Georgia 30236
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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