About this role
Reports To: Director of Plant Services
Job Summary
The Grounds Maintenance Worker helps maintain and repair school grounds to ensure they are safe, clean, and well-kept. This includes mowing, minor repairs, and assisting other staff with various maintenance tasks across Jefferson Parish School System properties.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Cut grass, clean fence lines, and maintain parking lots
- Change light bulbs, ballasts, and air filters
- Replace broken glass, repair doors, and clean out drains
- Assist with maintaining tools, equipment, and cleanliness of the work area
- Support senior staff with repairs and assigned projects
- Perform basic maintenance tasks independently when directed
- Operate power tools or equipment under supervision
- Respond to emergency maintenance calls as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Experience in groundskeeping or general maintenance is preferred
- Valid Louisiana Driver's License
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Basic knowledge of tools and equipment used in grounds and facility maintenance
- Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to work well with others and follow directions
- Ability to comply with all safety procedures
- Muust be able to lift up to 100 lbs and frequently handle items up to 50 lbs
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and climb for extended periods
Working Conditions
Physical Demands
- Heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, kneeling, bending
- Standing and walking for long periods
- Working on ladders or scaffolding
- Repetitive use of hands and arms
Environmental Conditions
- Outdoor and indoor work
- Exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, fumes, noise, and chemicals
- Work around moving machinery, vehicles, and in wet or greasy conditions
- May require specific visual abilities such as depth perception and color recognition
- Work with hands in water or solvents
Disclaimer
This job description outlines general duties and working conditions. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities and tasks that may be required. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.