Senior Facilities Services Specialist - IGA - Building Services (26104)

Scottsdale USD 48; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Scottsdale USD 48 District Wide in Scottsdale, Arizona, is seeking a Senior Facilities Services Specialist - IGA - Building Services to perform maintenance and grounds care in district facilities in partnership with City of Scottsdale. The role emphasizes independent work, irrigation maintenance, and field preparation with a strong safety focus.

Responsibilities include turf care, tree and shrub pruning, calibration of fertilizers, and operating district equipment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of maintenance/grounds landscape work experience.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Policing ball fields and maintaining surrounding facilities to keep areas safe, litter-free, and clean.
• Trash pickup, raking, pruning, planting, fertilizing, and upkeep of fields used by after-school programs.
• Inspect irrigation systems, adjust watering schedules, and perform minor repairs.
• Prepare baseball/softball fields, maintain infields, and keep playing surfaces optimal.
• Operate EZ-Go cart and district vehicles; use hand tools as needed.
• Maintain detailed written logs of activities and time spent on tasks.

Skills

Independent work

Calibrate irrigation

Plant and prune trees

Safety procedures

Recordkeeping

Operate landscape equipment

Lift up to 50 lbs

Job description

Senior Facilities Services Specialist - IGA - Building Services (26104)

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This job is also posted in Scottsdale USD 48

Job ID: 5948584
Application Deadline: Oct 14, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PAY GRADE: M

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The fundamental reason this position exists is to perform Maintenance and Grounds Care work in the field of Landscape Maintenance in support of the School District’s IGA with City Of Scottsdale. The classification is not designated supervisory; work is performed under general supervision by the Grounds Supervisor. The position is a journey level position and distinguished from the Groundskeeper/Gardner Positions by the experience, ability to work independently without close supervision and the certifications required

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs ground keeping route duties such as policing ball fields as schools involved with the City of Scottsdale recreational sports leagues, cleaning and maintaining surrounding facilities to ensure areas are safe, litter free and clean.
• Performs trash pick-up, raking, shrub and tree pruning, planting, trimming, fertilizing and general upkeep of the Districts fields utilized by after school sports programs coordinated through the city.
• Checks irrigation systems for proper watering schedule; installs, maintains and repairs irrigation system lines, heads and controllers; troubleshoots controllers and electrical problems; minor repairs; and assists in inspection of contractor projects.
• Preps baseball fields and recreation softball fields by dragging compacted soil and high spots and fills in dirt to obtain a smooth surface; maintains infields and running areas to obtain optimum playing conditions.
• Uses a variety of hand tools, operates an EZ-GO cart and drives District vehicles.
• Performs as a team player that works and communicates effectively with District Staff and city Staff. Maintains a detailed written log of activities performed, and the amount of time spent on each activity.
• Works independently with little or no immediate supervision and makes proper decisions using sound judgment.
• Calibrates seed and fertilizers to uniformly plant seed or fertilize turf; calibrate and apply correctly liquid fertilizer and herbicides.
• Plants and prunes trees and shrubs utilizing proper methods according to Arizona Landscape Professional Standards.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training, education or experience equivalent to one (1) year experience at the Maintenance Worker I level or grounds maintenance landscape work experience.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

Licensing Requirements:

• Valid Arizona Driver’s License with no major driving citations in the last 12 months.

Special Requirements:

• An Arizona pest Control Applicator certification, possessing both turf and ornamental status and weed control (E and F) may be required for some positions in this classification. If this certification is deemed necessary, applicants must possess, or obtain this certification within the first six months of hire. In addition, must possess, or obtain within one year of hire, one or more of the five following certifications: Certified Landscape Auditor. Professional Ground Certification, Arizona Certified Professional District Cal-Sense Controller/Water Management. Training, or completion of Extension Turf Grass Certification from University,

KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of:

• Proper landscape, industry standards to plant and prune trees and shrubs.
• Must possess a shared commitment to quality and to continuous learning and improvement.
• Safety procedures;
• Inventory principles;
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and standards;
• Recordkeeping principles;
• Mathematical principles;
• Safe work practices.

SKILLS:

Skill in:

• Work independently with little, or no immediate supervision, as well as the ability to make proper decisions using sound judgment.
• Calibrate spreaders for application of liquid and granular fertilizer, herbicides, and warm and cool season grass seed.
• Plant and prune trees and shrubs according to Arizona Landscape Professional standards.
• Follow department policies and procedures; safety procedures and practices; traffic control methods.
• Learn, understand and operate the District’s Cal-Sense Irrigation System. Perform sprinkler maintenance; repair lines, heads.
• Operate all related landscape maintenance equipment including chain saws and other equipment weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Operate a personal computer to check e-mail.
• Safely operate EZ-Go cart and drive District vehicles.
• Lift, empty and carry trash bags or cans weighing approximately 50 lbs.
• Operate telephone and radio communications equipment properly.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other departments and school staff.
• Demonstrate the willingness to assume ownership in completion of assigned tasks.
• Complete work orders, routes, and safety checklists in a complete and readable manner.
• Maintain regular consistent attendance and punctuality.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Return To Work Retirees will have an hourly rate approximately 9% lower than listed below without falling below minimum wage.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.18 to $25.15 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dennis Roehler , Director of Facilities & Building Services
• Facilities and Building Services
• Email: [e-mail]