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Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor - Roads and GroundsPosition 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) monthsEvaluation: 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.