What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Stadium Assistant position at Amarillo ISD?
Open Until Filled
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, assist in maintaining and preparing athletic fields for competitive events along with taking care of the nursery.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or GED preferred
Current & valid Driver’s License - required
Special Knowledge/Skills:
General knowledge of landscape maintenance
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
General knowledge of the Maintenance Department’s organization and operation
Organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the
goals of the position
Demonstrated knowledge of athletic field equipment and set up
Demonstrated ability to work under time constraints to ensure achievement of completion
Work Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including
backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower
Posture: Frequent standing, climbing stairs, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling,
and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and
overhead reaching; frequent driving
Lifting: Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of
force frequently to repair and/or move equipment and objects
Environment: Frequent changes in tasks; Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces;
frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures and all weather conditions, dust, high
noise level, vibration; exposure to chemicals, fuels and electrical hazards; work around machinery
with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular or prolonged days/hours; frequent
districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress
Regular attendance is an essential function
Minimum Experience:
One year of related experience preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Keep stadium and nursery grounds neat and clean including, but not limited to, sidewalks, bleachers, driveways and parking lots, by mowing, sweeping, washing and edging.
- Must be present to maintain stadium during events.
- Report all emergency situations, maintenance and safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain accountability of tools, equipment and supplies assigned to stadium and nursery.
- Prepare and maintain stadium and north nursery field for all UIL competitive events.
- Provide cultural care of turf, trees and shrubs.
- Perform necessary maintenance on equipment and tools.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
- Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.
