Groundskeeper - 8 hrs - Chandler Unified School District : Job Details

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION: CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE/SUPPLY

TITLE: GROUNDSKEEPER

CALENDAR: GROUNDSKEEPER calendars/2612.pdf

SALARY: GRADE 9 schedules/Support Staff Salary Schedule.pdf

Effective July 1, 2006, a post-offer physical and drug screening test is required for this position.

Job Goal:

Provide an attractive and safe natural environment in which to learn

Minimum Qualifications:

Previous grounds maintenance experience desired

High school diploma or equivalent

Possess valid Arizona driver's license

Ability to read and write English as it pertains to job functions

Satisfactory criminal background check

Vision and hearing adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions:

Prune trees and trimming hedges and plants to promote growth and improve appearance

Mow lawns with hand riding mover

Prepare seeding or transplanting beds by cultivating soil and adding fertilizer

Edge with hand or power equipment

Collect and dispose of leaves and refuse

Connect, repair and regulate irrigation systems

Operate heavy equipment as it relates to grounds duties

Perform vehicle maintenance on grounds maintenance equipment

Assist in the construction and repair of sidewalks and fences

Delegate work of others as assigned by supervisor

Be flexible and performing other duties relating to general job function as

assigned by supervisor

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Report safety/security hazards and needs for major repairs in an expeditious manner

Assist in maintenance of all outside game and play equipment areas

Follow district policies as outlined

Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors

Core Values/Professional Qualities:

Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a

prompt, efficient, friendly and patient manner

Be responsible, reliable and punctual

Maintain courteous relationships with students, staff, parents and treating

others with respect

Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district

Exercise positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills

Adhere to the dress code appropriate for the site and job

Share sensitive student and staff information on a need to know basis only

Participate in student's daily school experience in a constructive and appropriate manner

Physical Requirements - Heavy WorkPositions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, sitting, finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), focusing ability, or other factors applicable for the job.

Employee must be able to stand and walk constantly on various floor surfaces while performing various duties, including but not limited to using push/pull force of up to 50 pounds for various machines.

Employee must stand constantly and walk frequently lifting items of various sizes, up to 30 pounds. Items over 50 pounds require a second staff member to lift.

Employee may rarely be required to climb ladders to perform various cleaning or maintenance tasks.

Employees may be subject to travel, fumes, odors, chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, workspace restrictions, and loud noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.