Position Description:  GROUNDSKEEPER  

Classification: Non-Exempt Classified Compensation Plan Level 1 Range - $11.03 (Based on experience/qualifications)

Purpose Statement:

To maintain grounds, fields and other outside areas of the District.         

Principal Duties:

• Mows grass, trims trees, operates a weed eater and performs other grounds keeping activities.
• Irrigates all sites and maintains/repairs sprinkler systems.
• Assists with spraying by administering herbicides and insecticides
• Assists with fertilization of fields and turf areas
• Inspects playground equipment and fences.  Makes minor repairs when required.
• Operates hand tools and other light and heavy equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Knowledge of grounds keeping practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of general safety rules and techniques.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in grounds keeping activities.
• Knowledge of and skill to administer herbicides and insecticides
• Skill in operating hand tools, mowers and other light and heavy equipment.
• Skill in performing basic repair and maintenance techniques and procedures.
• Skill in responding to work orders, troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical failures.
• Skill in communicating orally and in writing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others.

Job Requirements: (Minimum Qualifications)

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 2 years of experience (Required)
• Herbicide/Insecticide Spray Licensure (Required or able to acquire within 6-months)

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 20% walking, and 70% standing.  The job is performed under with some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

^{The Maricopa Unified School District 20 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities.  The Maricopa Unified School District 20 is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with title IX of The Education Amendments of 1972 and Sec. 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973}