Maintenance I - Groundskeeper


Job Details

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor - Roads and Grounds

Position Purpose: To keep the District's facilities and grounds maintained and operational so that they present no problems or interruptions to the education program.

Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • Minimum of two years experience in grounds maintenance in a commercial, industrial, or facilities operations setting.
  • Experience and training in landscaping, grounds maintenance, mowing, fertilizing, soil testing, aerating, weed control, painting athletic field lines, heavy equipment operation, snow removal, machining, welding, concrete/asphalt, fencing, playground maintenance, and roof repair. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as determined to be appropriate and acceptable.
  • Must have or obtain a valid Commercial Kansas driver's license and possess a good driving record.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

  • Knowledge of standard practices, tools, and terminology in landscaping, grounds maintenance, heavy equipment operation, and other assigned skill areas.
  • Ability to drive and operate medium to large trucks, mowers, standard skid-steer, and a variety of standard farm, lawn, and turf management equipment.
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply technical information in equipment and facilities maintenance manuals, technical bulletins, blueprints, and associated grounds keeping literature; must be able to interpret the technical language within the assigned skill areas.
  • Ability to design or modify components to meet job requirements in the assigned skill areas.
  • Ability to work in varied weather and temperature conditions.
  • Ability to work from heights.
  • Knowledge of colors.
  • Ability to perform work independently according to prescribed standards and procedures with a minimum of supervision.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Dependability and the ability to get along with others.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, hazardous materials, and proper ways necessary to perform the assigned tasks.

Physical/Emotional Requirements:

  • The incumbent may be required to use the below requirements during any part of the working day.
  • The incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
  • Ability to work from a ladder.
  • Speaking, reading, hearing, manual dexterity.
  • Standing, sitting, bending, stooping, walking.
  • Reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing, driving.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor - Roads and Grounds to receive each day's assignments.
  • Perform grounds maintenance activities as assigned or by following an established work schedule.
  • Respond to work requests in a timely and courteous manner.
  • Perform maintenance and repair tasks in accordance with appropriate standards and procedures.
  • Assist with a variety of work assignments including such things as painting athletic field lines, machining, welding, concrete/asphalt, fencing, playground maintenance, and roof repair.
  • Periodically, perform manual digging and manual labor using hand tools.
  • Trim and prune trees on District property.
  • Prevent and repair soil erosion as necessary.
  • Assist with development and carry out preventative maintenance program.
  • Follow the District's system for the receipt and issuance of parts and supplies as well as maintaining recordkeeping and inventories.
  • Ensure that all assigned vehicles, machinery, equipment, tools, and supplies are accounted for, secured, and used correctly.
  • Attend appropriate training sessions, meetings, and classes as part of professional development.
  • Accomplish assigned tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Operate and care for equipment used in daily work assignments.
  • Maintain accurate and complete time sheets.
  • Assist other maintenance areas with work requests as assigned.
  • Occasionally operate medium and heavy equipment in course of day-to-day work assignments.
  • Assist with snow removal as necessary including operating snow plows, tractors, etc.
  • Demonstrate professional image through appearance, language, and work ethic.
  • Require good attendance record for continuity of operations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Term of Employment: Twelve (12) months

Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the board policy on evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Significant Associations: The performance responsibilities are not limited to those outlined in this description and may include any other responsibilities as assigned by the administrator/supervisor.





 Topeka Public Schools

 05/20/2024

 Topeka,KS