Groundskeeper II - Howard Wood Field & Plant Maintenance Technician
Operational Services
Groundskeeper II – Grade JX | Plant Maintenance Technician – Grade LX | 12 Month
Revised April 2025
Requirements
Education Level: | High School Diploma |
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Experience Desired: | 1 year of related experience desired (grounds care and/or mechanical experience) |
Physical Requirements: | Must pass a test of aptitudes showing basic knowledge of position, and subsequently be certified by state through testing to be a licensed herbicide and pesticide applicator. Current State Vehicle operator’s license; ability to operator all vehicles in the district fleet safely; insurable. Ability to work unsupervised. Good attendance. Ability to communicate and follow written and oral direction. Ability to demonstrate recognition of equipment malfunction. Demonstrated positive attitude towards people with whom one works, ability to work cooperatively and willingness to accept instructions and training. |
Other Requirements: | Good physical health including ability to lift 75 pounds, climb to high and difficult places and work at those places. Constant standing and walking. Frequent hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, lifting and stooping. Repetitive motions with wrists, hands and fingers. Occasional crawling and crouching. |
Report To: | Coordinator PE/Athletics, Plant Maintenance Supervisor; Plant Maintenance Mechanical/Carpenter Manager |
Essential Functions & Duties
Groundskeeper*
Maintains lawns, trees, shrubs, landscaping, sidewalks, steps, entrances and keeps other areas free of snow or ice.
Marks all fields and sites for athletic events.
Maintains and repairs equipment and vehicles used. Operates heating, A/C, ventilation, electrical and mechanic systems. Observes and reports needed repair of equipment, furnishings, fixtures, building/site to Groundskeeper I or Plant Maintenance Supervisor.
Cleans and supplies areas assigned by daily cleaning schedule; cleans walls, lights, induction units, windows, fieldhouse, public restrooms, concession stands, spectator stands, grounds and parking areas.
Operates laundry equipment for purpose of washing towels, uniforms, etc. for various school programs.
Secures buildings and field.
Plant Maintenance Technician*
Coordinates and works with summer part-time lawn crews.
Repairs and performs preventive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, heating, air conditioning, ventilation, automatic sprinkler, fire alarms, plumbing, sewer, clock and communication, playground, grounds care and other building furnishings, systems and equipment.
Maintains assigned vehicle, tools and equipment. Makes recommendations for supplies and equipment to manager.
Performs site maintenance and report work at all District facilities, such as snow removal, including operating truck-mounted snowplows and sanding equipment; concrete and asphalt repair; operating equipment to clean playgrounds and parking lots; flagpole/rope repair; lawn care and tree maintenance.
Provides miscellaneous maintenance services at all District facilities, such as replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes where scaffold is needed; remove graffiti from surfaces; deliver and/or move supplies, materials, furniture and equipment.
May be assigned to work in a roving custodial position if needed, during the winter months.
*Duration to be determined annually.
Both
Works a revised schedule during emergency periods and substitutes for other custodial staff when necessary.
Shares responsibility for holiday, extended day and weekend activities.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.Responds to facility emergencies when necessary.
Working Conditions
Climatic Environment | Inside & Outside
Often subjected to extremes of cold below 32 degrees and heat above 100 degrees.
Hazards
Occasionally subjected to extreme noise, vibrations, mechanical and electrical hazards, fumes, odors, mists, gases, dust and poor ventilation. Occasionally use special clothing and protective devices.