About this role
Primary Purpose: Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Education/Certifications: High School Diploma or GED (Preferred) Valid Texas driver's license Experience: Two years' experience in gardening and landscape maintenance Ability to follow directions Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of gardening and landscape maintenance. Ability to communicate (verbally) Ability to operate tractor and landscaping equipment Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools & hand tools Ability to read and understand written instruction Ability to work with people and take direction from supervisor Ability to operate a truck up to 1 ½ tons Supervisory Responsibilities: Act as crew lead when supervisor is off Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands: Tools/Equipment Used: 1 ½ ton lift gate truck, dollies, piano rollers and power lifts Posture/Motion/Lifting: Continuous walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, carrying, and heavy lifting. Work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, outside and inside Environment: Exposure to extreme temperatures and loud noises. Frequent district wide travel, works around machinery with moving parts Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; communicate effectively and professionally at all times Major Responsibilities and Duties:
• Mow, weed eat and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Care for trees, shrubs and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and caring for beds.
• Watering grounds and applying fertilizer.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish and refuse from district facilities.
• Inspect grounds and facilities and initiate needed repairs, including building and repair of fences and gates.
• Operate tools, equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including, lifting, climbing, etc.
• Ensure that vehicles, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Assists in maintaining storage areas in a safe and clean manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.