Groundskeeper

TITLE: Groundskeeper

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

GRADE 5

Classified Placement Schedule

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform semiskilled general labor, maintenance, repair and upkeep work on the District grounds and landscaping, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES: (essential functions)

• Working independently, performs specialized equipment operation and manual labor grounds and landscape maintenance tasks at District facilities.
• Performs a variety of grounds and landscaping management activities, including fertilizing, weed control, mowing, seeding, planting, and watering procedures.
• Cleans up trash and debris; prunes and trims trees and shrubs; inspects landscaped areas; loads and hauls materials.
• Assists in the maintenance and repair of irrigation systems and sprinklers; sweeps and cleans grounds, landscaping and adjacent areas.
• Operates a variety of trucks and equipment in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; identifies and reports mechanical problems requiring additional repair.
• Inspects and maintains assigned vehicles, equipment and hand tools for proper operating condition; completes minor repairs and adjustments on equipment as needed.
• Controls ongoing work projects to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Responds as required to perform emergency cleaning work.
• Performs minor semi-skilled and unskilled building and grounds maintenance and repair projects as assigned.
• Completes required daily logs and reports.
• Recognizes and reports unsafe conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

Knowledge of District policies and procedures.

Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in landscaping and grounds maintenance.

Knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of equipment and vehicles.

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