Groundskeeper - Piper USD 203

USD 203 is seeking applicants for a groundskeeping position. Starting wage is $14.44/hour based on experience, with increases based on experience according to the classified salary schedule. Interested applicants should complete the online application and include a letter of inquiry, resume, and three current references. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Single paid health insurance included. 

The job of Groundskeeper is providing grounds maintenance services at assigned site/s; ensuring attractive and safe grounds area/s and athletic fields; protecting against erosion; performing a variety of special grounds maintenance operations; and maintaining grounds for assemblies, events and/or recreational activities.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Application of pesticides for the purpose of controlling insects and weeds
• Clean landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains, fields, litter, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.
• Construct landscape items and features for the purpose of modifying - or adapting facilities to specific needs.
• Install small sections and areas of concrete (e.g. pads, sidewalks, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining safe and attractive grounds.
• Maintain job related grounds keeping equipment for the purpose of ensuring for the availability of equipment in a safe operating condition.
• Maintain playground equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition in compliance with established guidelines.
• Operate heavy equipment (e.g. tractor, trailers, back hoe, skid loader, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining grounds.
• Perform a variety of landscaping activities (e.g. mowing, weeding, trimming, planting, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining district grounds.
• Plant a variety of landscaping materials (e.g. lawns, shrubbery, flowers, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the grounds attractive and protecting against erosion.
• Prepare grounds and athletic fields (e.g. fertilizes soil, courtyards, flower beds, chalk fields, paint stripping, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities and/or athletic events.
• Remove snow for the purpose of ensuring parking lots and sidewalks are safe for vehicles and people.
• Repair irrigation systems and components (e.g. valves, wiring, timers, switches, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring equipment and/or components are in proper working order.
• Request materials, supplies, equipment, and/or support personnel for the purpose of completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Transport a variety of tools, equipment, supplies, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
• Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in grounds maintenance including tractors; weed whips; mowers; hand and power tools; etc.; and adhering to safety practices.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: method of preparing and maintaining various plants; shrubs; lawns; etc.; and safety practices and procedures.
• Ability is required to schedule activities and use job-related equipment.
• Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods.
• Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
• Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate.
• Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; meeting deadlines and schedules; working under time constraints; and communicating with diverse groups.
• Working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: frequent lifting 35 pounds from floor to waist, carrying 35 pounds, and pushing and/or pulling 20 pounds.
• Occasional demands of the job including: lifting of 30 pounds from waist to shoulder, lifting 80 pounds from floor to waist, and carrying up to 55 pounds.
• Additional physical demands include: standing, walking, reaching forward and overhead, balancing, stooping, grasping items, sitting, climbing stairs and ladders, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and operating controls.
• The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in some hazardous conditions.

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