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Howard Wood Field Groundskeeper I/Plant Maintenance Technician - Grade LX - 1.0 FTE at Howard Wood Field

Howard Wood Field
Sioux Falls, SD Full Time
POSTED ON 2/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2025

We want YOU here!  

 

The Sioux Falls School District is widely recognized for accomplishments in student achievement and innovative educational strategies. We serve a diverse population of over 25,000 students, and we embrace the opportunity for all children to learn about the world's cultures from the curriculum as well as the shared experiences of their classmates.

 

The Custodial team is an essential part of the Sioux Falls School District. Our goal is to create a safe and healthy environment for SFSD students. We are looking to add flexible and dedicated members to our team that are motivated to help achieve and maintain our goal. 

 


 REQUIREMENTS

 

EDUCATION LEVEL:

High School Diploma

EXPERIENCE DESIRED:

Three years’ of related experience desired (grounds care and/or mechanical experience)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Good physical health including ability to lift 75 pounds, climb to high and difficult places and work at those places. Constant standing and walking. Frequent hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, lifting and stooping. Repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers. Occasional crawling and crouching.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass a test of aptitudes showing basic knowledge of position, and subsequently be certified by state through testing to be a licensed herbicide and pesticide applicator. Current State Vehicle Operator’s license; ability to operate all vehicles in the district fleet safely; insurable. Ability to work unsupervised. Good attendance. Ability to communicate and follow written and oral direction. Ability to demonstrate recognition of equipment malfunction. Demonstrated positive attitude towards people with whom one works, ability to work cooperatively and willingness to accept instructions and training

  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES

 

Howard Wood Field (Lead)

  1. Coordinates all activities with Coordinator of Athletics.
  2. Coordinates and directs Groundskeeper II, summer part-time crews and part-time cleanup crews.
  3. Maintains synthetic turf athletic areas.
  4. Marks fields and sites for athletic events.
  5. Maintains lawns, trees, shrubs, landscaping, sidewalks, steps, entrances and keeps other areas free of snow or ice. Removes bottles, trash, paper and cans from entire site.
  6. Cleans and supplies areas assigned by daily cleaning schedule; cleans walls, lights, induction units, windows, fieldhouse, public restrooms, concession stands, spectator stands, grounds and parking areas.
  7. Maintains and performs minor repairs of equipment and vehicles used. Operates and performs minor maintenance on irrigation system, heating, A/C, ventilation, electrical and mechanic systems. Observes and reports needed repair of equipment, furnishings, fixtures, building/site to Plant Maintenance Supervisor and performs minor maintenance.
  8. Orders and replenishes supply items.
  9. Operates laundry equipment for purpose of washing towels, uniforms, etc. for various school programs.
  10. Secures building and field.
  11. Performs plant maintenance duties relating to Howard Wood Field during Howard Wood work schedule.

Plant Maintenance Technician*

  1. Repairs and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, automatic sprinkler, fire alarms, plumbing, sewer, clock and communication, playground, grounds care and other building furnishings, systems and equipment.
  2. Maintains assigned vehicle, tools and equipment. Makes recommendations for supplies and equipment to manager.
  3. Performs site maintenance and report work at all District facilities, such as snow removal, including operating truck-mounted snowplows and sanding equipment; concrete and asphalt repair; operating equipment to clean playgrounds and parking lots; flagpole/rope repair; lawn care and tree maintenance.
  4. Provides miscellaneous maintenance services at all District facilities, such as replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes where scaffold is needed; remove graffiti from surfaces; deliver and/or move supplies, materials, furniture and equipment.

* Duration will be determined annually.

 

 

Both

  1. Works a revised schedule during emergency periods and substitutes for other custodial staff when necessary.
  2. Shares responsibility for holiday, extended day and weekend activities.
  3. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
  4. Responds to facility emergencies when necessary

 

View the complete job description here: Howard Wood Field Groundskeeper I/Plant Maintenance Technician


PAY INFORMATION 

Level LX - starting salary is $25.60 per hour

Pay day is the last working day of each month. 


HOURS & FTE

Howard Wood Field Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid break

Fall Event Days: 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Spring Event Days: 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Scheduled events may vary. 

 

Plant Maintenance Technician Hours

Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm with a 60-minute unpaid break

 

1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 12 months


CALENDAR
2024-2025 12 Month Classified Staff Calendar


BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more) 


CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.


Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing:  Dial 711, then the desired number 


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