Dysart Unified School District
Groundskeeper (Maintenance)
Dysart Unified School District, Surprise, Arizona, United States, 85379
Groundskeeper (Maintenance)
Dysart Unified School District – Maintenance & Facilities Department.
REPORTS TO: Plant Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non‑exempt
SUPERVISES: Yes
DEPT: Maintenance & Facilities
FTE: 1.0
WORK CALENDAR: 253 days
GRADE: I
SUMMARY: Maintain an attractive, safe, clean, and secure school, related buildings, and adjacent grounds for students, staff, and the public.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and care for district grounds.
Cultivate soil and plant seeds, trees, and shrubbery under the direction of the Plant Manager.
Prune trees and trim hedges to promote growth and improve appearance.
Mow lawns and edge sidewalks with appropriate equipment.
Fill gopher holes and level uneven or hazardous areas.
Fertilize trees and shrubs on a regular semiannual basis.
Report promptly to supervisor any major repairs needed on grounds equipment.
Collect and dispose of leaves, chippings, and refuse.
Connect sprinkler equipment.
Inspect shrubs and trees for disease or pests and treat with sprays or chemicals as needed.
Maintain and recommend purchases of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment.
Adjust and repair equipment such as lawnmowers, sprinklers, and hedge shears.
Plant seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings, and shrubbery for attractive growth.
Assist with facility maintenance as needed.
Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members, and vendors.
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Education
High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
Minimum Experience
Three (3) or more years of experience in grounds maintenance work.
Licensing
Obtain and maintain a valid Level I Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
Knowledge of
Techniques and methods for organizing and prioritizing work.
Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
Standard system functions and methods of assigned work.
Project management principles and practices.
Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
Safety practices relating to the handling, storage, and use of chemical products and equipment.
Cleaning, sanitation, and health standards.
Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Customer service principles.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.
Skills
Organizing tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
Comprehending reference books and manuals.
Providing attention to detail in assignments.
Operating assigned tools and equipment.
Providing customer service.
Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
Ada And Other Requirements Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly; ability to lift 50 pounds.
Working Conditions Work is mainly performed in an indoor environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (e.g., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), moderate exposure to hazardous materials (e.g., chemicals, blood, and other bodily fluids), and moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, movement restrictions, and intense noise.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age in employment or any of its educational programs or benefits.
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REPORTS TO: Plant Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non‑exempt
SUPERVISES: Yes
DEPT: Maintenance & Facilities
FTE: 1.0
WORK CALENDAR: 253 days
GRADE: I
SUMMARY: Maintain an attractive, safe, clean, and secure school, related buildings, and adjacent grounds for students, staff, and the public.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and care for district grounds.
Cultivate soil and plant seeds, trees, and shrubbery under the direction of the Plant Manager.
Prune trees and trim hedges to promote growth and improve appearance.
Mow lawns and edge sidewalks with appropriate equipment.
Fill gopher holes and level uneven or hazardous areas.
Fertilize trees and shrubs on a regular semiannual basis.
Report promptly to supervisor any major repairs needed on grounds equipment.
Collect and dispose of leaves, chippings, and refuse.
Connect sprinkler equipment.
Inspect shrubs and trees for disease or pests and treat with sprays or chemicals as needed.
Maintain and recommend purchases of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment.
Adjust and repair equipment such as lawnmowers, sprinklers, and hedge shears.
Plant seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings, and shrubbery for attractive growth.
Assist with facility maintenance as needed.
Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members, and vendors.
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
Education
High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
Minimum Experience
Three (3) or more years of experience in grounds maintenance work.
Licensing
Obtain and maintain a valid Level I Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).
Knowledge of
Techniques and methods for organizing and prioritizing work.
Standard practices, methods, and materials of assigned work.
Standard system functions and methods of assigned work.
Project management principles and practices.
Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
Safety practices relating to the handling, storage, and use of chemical products and equipment.
Cleaning, sanitation, and health standards.
Uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Customer service principles.
Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
Modern office technology.
Skills
Organizing tasks, meeting deadlines and prioritizing competing demands.
Comprehending reference books and manuals.
Providing attention to detail in assignments.
Operating assigned tools and equipment.
Providing customer service.
Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interactions with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
Ada And Other Requirements Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly; ability to lift 50 pounds.
Working Conditions Work is mainly performed in an indoor environment with moderate exposure to atmospheric conditions (e.g., fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation), moderate exposure to hazardous materials (e.g., chemicals, blood, and other bodily fluids), and moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, movement restrictions, and intense noise.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age in employment or any of its educational programs or benefits.
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