Gournds / Maintenance

Job Title: Grounds / Maintenance Job Description

Job Summary:
The Grounds/ Maintenance staff provides students with a clean, attractive, healthy, and safe building environment to learn and work.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Valid Driver’s License

Must have access to transportation

Evaluation:
The performance of this job will be evaluated at least annually by the Director of Building and Grounds or designee in accordance with the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Personnel.

Reports to:
Director of Building and Grounds

Terms of Employment:

This is a full-time, 12-month position covered under the Collective Bargaining Agreement in the custodial category. Compensation is hourly, with pay and benefits determined by the Board of Education.

Compensation and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' personal and professional well-being. This includes accrued vacation days, 15 paid sick days, and 2 paid personal days annually. Employees benefit from tuition reimbursement and Board contributions to major medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional perks include 100% Board-paid term life insurance and access to an Employee Assistance Plan. To promote continuous growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring a supportive and enriching environment for our team members.

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completes projects on schedule, as assigned by their Lead Supervisor and the Director of Buildings and Grounds
• Communicates daily with their Lead Supervisor regarding grounds and maintenance needs
• Assists the Lead Supervisor in the monitoring of grounds and maintenance needs across the district
• Performs ground equipment repairs throughout the district
• Performs ground maintenance, including but not limited to picking up leaves and debris, mowing, trimming, flower bed upkeep, driveway repair, athletic field preparations, etc
• Performs general maintenance duties, including but not limited to plumbing, fencing, floor repair, painting, etc.
• Performs carpentry work throughout the district
• Performs other miscellaneous work essential to the welfare of occupants and the preservation of facilities
• Performs daily grounds and campus inspections to ensure a clean, safe, and healthy environment
• Performs Health and Life Safety Inspections every month
• Completes assignments in a conscientious and timely manner, consistently meeting deadlines
• Demonstrates attention to detail and routines
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school-related information and does not divulge internal information unless approved by their supervisor
• Attends and participates in training opportunities, including but not limited to in-service days, department meetings, building meetings, committees, and conferences
• Performs such other duties or services as assigned that relate to custodial services, grounds/maintenance, and general building operations as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds, Lead Supervisor, or designated representative

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have basic skills, including landscaping, athletic field care, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
• Must be self-motivated and flexible in day-to-day assignments
• Must have the ability and willingness to establish professional relationships with co-workers
• Must have the ability and desire to follow oral and written instructions
• Must Demonstrate good and clear communication skills, both written and oral
• Must have the ability to perform manual tasks associated with groundswork

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position include frequent standing or walking for extended periods. The employee may occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive bending at the waist and kneeling, stooping, and crouching to assist are also required. Employees may reach overhead as well as above the shoulders and horizontally.

ADA Compliance:
The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

This job description is intended to describe the minimum qualifications, duties, and responsibilities of employees assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The District reserves the right to amend and change the position responsibilities to meet District needs as necessary.