Summer Groundskeeping Athletics Complex 2025-2 Positions

Marion Independent School District; Marion (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Marion Independent School District is seeking a Summer Groundskeeping worker to maintain and improve the condition of district buildings and grounds. Responsibilities include lawn care, athletic facility maintenance, and ensuring a safe environment. This position requires physical stamina and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform lawn care tasks including mowing and trimming.
• Maintain athletic facilities and repair grounds.
• Ensure quality work through monitoring grounds appearance.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summer Groundskeeping Athletics Complex 2025-2 Positions

Be among the first 25 applicants

Position Type: Operations and Maintenance/Grounds Worker

Date Posted: 2/21/2023

Vacancy Duration: 5/1/2023 - 9/15/2023

Location: Operations and Maintenance
Position Title: Summer Groundskeeping

Immediate Supervisor: Department Director/Crew Leader

Summary

Perform general maintenance, upkeep, cleaning, or grounds work to maintain or improve the condition of District buildings, grounds, and equipment. Responsibilities include working on the Hipple Complex Athletic field grounds maintenance and supporting Operations (Grounds). This is a 40-hour position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform lawn care tasks such as mowing, trimming, pruning, spraying, raking, planting, composting/mulching, and top-dressing.
• Maintain District grounds, including drainage, landscaping, and sodding.
• Maintain athletic facilities, including line painting, string trimming, infield dragging, and field chalking.
• Repair fences, gates, walls, and walkways.
• Sharpen or clean tools such as mower blades, weed cutters, edging tools, and shears.
• Exercise knowledge of safety techniques, including PPE, handling materials, lifting, and equipment use.
• Ensure quality work through monitoring grounds appearance.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Professional Standards

• Maintain attractive, sanitary, and safe environments.
• Perform work efficiently and responsibly.
• Understand job methods and continuously seek improvement.
• Offer innovative ideas and solutions.
• Work collaboratively, courteously, and professionally with others.
• Be dependable, punctual, and work independently.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Prioritize and organize work effectively.
• Follow safety procedures at all times.
• Communicate clearly and courteously.
• Adapt to organizational changes and schedule adjustments.
• Maintain a helpful and positive attitude.
• Be flexible and receptive to new procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Minimum Education and Experience

Current high school student, graduate, or GED. Must be 18+ years old to work Grounds and possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to prioritize, organize, and work independently or in a team.
• Basic knowledge of hazardous materials and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to operate equipment safely.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and rules.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 100 pounds with assistance, and perform physical activities for extended periods.

Physical Demands

Regular standing, walking, handling objects, talking, and hearing. Frequent reaching, bending, and twisting. Occasional sitting. Ability to lift heavy objects and work in various environmental conditions.

Work Environment

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, sometimes in extreme conditions or near mechanical equipment. Protective gear may be required. Noise levels vary. The district is a drug, alcohol, and tobacco-free zone.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer. It does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status. Contact information for complaints and inquiries is provided.