What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundskeeper position at Tempe Elementary School District?
TITLE: Groundskeeper / Grounds Equipment Operator
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Operate light duty equipment such as bobcat, grounds equipment, etc. Does not require a
commercial license. Perform general groundskeeping and maintenance on landscaped areas
surrounding schools.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
- Three (3) years of relevant experience
- Ability to obtain a State of Arizona Identity Verify (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate heavy equipment such as tractor mower, loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, and bobcats.
- Operate shovels, picks, posthole diggers, hammers, rakes, sharpshooters, saws, levels, augers, double jacks and uses hand tools.
- Inspect vehicles to ensure they are fully operational and meet safety standards.
- Assist with pouring, forming and finishing concrete.
- Repair concrete, brick and block; install and maintain chain link fencing.
- Load and unload materials onto and from vehicles.
- Inspect and repair playground equipment, benches, tables, barrier posts, and storm drains.
- Install and repair flood irrigation valves and gates.
- Perform street maintenance and grounds excavation work.
- Act as laborer for other trades and grounds work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
- Knowledge and experience in heavy equipment operation techniques.
- Knowledge of safety policies, procedures, and practices.
- Knowledge of flood irrigation.
- Skill operating heavy equipment operation.
- Skill in laying and finishing cement.
- Skill in both verbal and written communications.
- Ability to install and repair fences and other equipment.
- Ability to obtain Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Hazardous chemicals and dangerous machinery
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Restricted movement, intense noise
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Lifts, moves, or carries objects weighing up to 100 pounds.
WORK YEAR: 12 months
DEPARTMENT/SCHOOL: Facilities Manager or Supervisor
GRADE: 34
REPORTS TO: Department Manager
EVALUATION: Classified Personnel Evaluation
SUPERVISES: May supervise clerical staff
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16