GroundskeeperMaintains the outdoor appearance and safety of a property by tending to lawns, gardens, and other landscapes. They perform tasks such as mowing, weeding, planting flowers, and trimming shrubs to keep the grounds in excellent condition. This role also involves upkeep of walkways, parking lots, and other areas, often including snow removal or debris cleanup to ensure the space is functional and appealing year-round.Minimum Qualifications:Previous grounds maintenance experience desiredMust possess a valid Arizona driver's licenseAbility to read and write English as it pertains to job functionsVision and hearing are adequate to exercise duties in a safe mannerSatisfactory criminal background checkCore Job Functions:Prune trees and trim hedges and plants to promote growth and improve appearanceMow lawns with a hand riding mowerPrepare seeding or transplanting beds by cultivating the soil and adding fertilizerEdge with hand or power equipmentCollect and dispose of leaves and refuseConnect, repair, and regulate irrigation systemsOperate heavy equipment as it relates to grounds dutiesPerform vehicle maintenance on grounds maintenance equipmentAssist in the construction and repair of sidewalks and fencesDelegate the work of others as assigned by the supervisorEstablish and maintain cooperative working relationshipsReport safety/security hazards and needs for major repairs in an expeditious mannerAssist in the maintenance of all outside game and play equipment areasFollow district policies as outlinedPerform all duties safely and prudently as directed by supervisorsCore Values:Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.Equity and fairness in all things.
Education is the greatest leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.Professional Qualities:Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient mannerFunction effectively as a team memberBe responsible, reliable, and punctualBe flexible and adaptable to changePositively accept directionMaintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parentsDirect constructive criticism toward improving the districtExercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skillsAdhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and jobShare sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basisBe a positive role modelWork with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental mannerAdhere to District and school rules and proceduresPhysical Requirements – Heavy Work:Ability to work extended periods of time in extreme temperaturesPositions 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 to the job.Employee must be able to stand and walk constantly on various floor surfaces while performing various duties, including but not limited to push/pull force of up to 100 pounds for various machines.Employee must stand constantly and walk frequently, lifting items of various sizes, up to 50 pounds. Items over 50 pounds require a second staff member to lift safely.Employee may rarely be required to climb ladders, to perform various stocking, inventory, cleaning or maintenance tasksEmployees may be subject to travel, fumes, odors, chemicals, blood-borne pathogens, workplace restrictions, cold and/or hot temperatures, and loud noisesThe 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.Note:The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.