Maricopa Unified School District
Groundskeeper
Maricopa Unified School District
Contact Information Maricopa Unified School District #20
Human Resources
44150 W Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
520.568.5100 - main number
520.568.5151 - fax number
Position Description Groundskeeper
Classification Non‑Exempt Classified, 40 hours a week, 12 month employee
Salary Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
Purpose Statement To maintain grounds, fields and other outside areas of the District.
Principal Duties
Dragging, cleaning & maintaining the District retention areas
Substituting if necessary
Mows grass, trims trees, operates a weed eater and performs other groundskeeping activities
Irrigates all sites and maintains/repairs sprinkler systems
Assists with spraying by administering herbicides and insecticides
Assists with fertilization of fields and turf areas
Inspects playground equipment and fences; makes minor repairs when required
Operates hand tools and other light and heavy equipment
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Skills Required
Knowledge of groundskeeping practices and techniques
Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in groundskeeping activities
Knowledge of and skill to administer herbicides and insecticides
Skill in operating hand tools, mowers and other light and heavy equipment
Skill in performing basic repair and maintenance techniques and procedures
Skill in responding to work orders, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical failures
Skill in communicating orally and in writing
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Job Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)
Driver Licencse (Required)
High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
2 years of experience (Recommended)
Herbicide/Insecticide Spray Licensure (Preferred or obtainable within 6‑months of hire)
Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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Contact Information Maricopa Unified School District #20
Human Resources
44150 W Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
520.568.5100 - main number
520.568.5151 - fax number
Position Description Groundskeeper
Classification Non‑Exempt Classified, 40 hours a week, 12 month employee
Salary Approved Classified Compensation Plan (Education and Experience)
Purpose Statement To maintain grounds, fields and other outside areas of the District.
Principal Duties
Dragging, cleaning & maintaining the District retention areas
Substituting if necessary
Mows grass, trims trees, operates a weed eater and performs other groundskeeping activities
Irrigates all sites and maintains/repairs sprinkler systems
Assists with spraying by administering herbicides and insecticides
Assists with fertilization of fields and turf areas
Inspects playground equipment and fences; makes minor repairs when required
Operates hand tools and other light and heavy equipment
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge and Skills Required
Knowledge of groundskeeping practices and techniques
Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques
Knowledge of tools and equipment used in groundskeeping activities
Knowledge of and skill to administer herbicides and insecticides
Skill in operating hand tools, mowers and other light and heavy equipment
Skill in performing basic repair and maintenance techniques and procedures
Skill in responding to work orders, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical failures
Skill in communicating orally and in writing
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others
Job Requirements (Minimum Qualifications)
Driver Licencse (Required)
High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
2 years of experience (Recommended)
Herbicide/Insecticide Spray Licensure (Preferred or obtainable within 6‑months of hire)
Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of its operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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