What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Groundskeeper position at Paulding County Schools?
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Position Title : Groundskeeper
Salary Schedule : PCSD Classified
Department : Maintenance
Job Code : 445607
Reports To : Maintenance Director
Work Schedule : Annual / 8 hours per day
Grade / Level : A-1H
FLSA : Non - Exempt
Primary Function : Mow, trim, prune, mulch, seed, fertilize, and weed of assigned grounds. General knowledge of safe use of mowers. Working knowledge of maintenance of lawn equipment and tools.
Working Conditions : Physical Demands :
Indoor and outdoor work environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Driving a vehicle to conduct work
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors
Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, feel, talk, hear, crawl, and to read a variety of printed and coded materials
Seasonal hear and cold or adverse weather conditions
Ability to work indoors and outdoors during all types of weather including hot, cold, rainy, humid, and dry conditions
Lifting to 40lbs
Qualifications :
Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Must possess a valid driver's license, have dependable transportation, and have a good driving record
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions :
Maintain all equipment and tools
Safely load, unload, and secure all equipment, tools and other items to be transported, either by vehicle or trailer
Mow, trim, prune, mulch, seed, fertilize, weed, and plan in a manner which will maintain an esthetically pleasing appearance of the grounds
Apply pre-emergent, herbicides and pesticides appropriately
Pick up and deliver a variety of furniture, equipment, supplies and materials, debris and waste materials including large surplus items and scrap metal to appropriate facility for disposal or recycling
Deliver equipment and various materials to warehouse facilities as requested; tag, shelve and store items appropriately
Prepare and mark fields and related areas
Communicate problems / concerns with equipment to appropriate manager / supervisor
Make recommendations which will improve job performance and / or equipment reliability as appropriate
Work without constant supervision
Complete all assigned work orders including special project work
Maintain all tools and equipment used in performance of job responsibilities
Maintain clean work site
Complete all paperwork in a timely manner, obtaining proper signatures from the issuing administrator
Estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs
Maintain routine records related to assigned activities
Report immediately safety hazards which affect the welfare of students and district employees
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee
- Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
