Grounds Keeper

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including, but not limited to the following: Lawn mowers, tractors, weed trimmers, edger, snow blower, and soil aeration apparatus
• Maintain planter areas so they are free of weeds and trash
• Mow and trim all grass areas
• Remove trash from receptacles and clear trash from the grounds
• Snow removal functions such as shoveling, driving removal equipment and spreading ice melt
• Tree and shrub pruning/trimming/removal
• Help to set up/take down events as needed
• Maintain equipment by performing tasks such as unit cleaning, filter and lubricant changes, blade sharpening and changing, keeping tires at proper inflation
• Availability to work overtime for events like graduation, prom and some sporting events
• Watering of grass and plants as needed
• Supervise summer lawn crew

Secondary Duties And Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities
• Work with the district Director of Facilities on a grounds maintenance master plan

Minimum Training And Experience Required

• High School Graduate or GED
• Two years' experience in grounds maintenance
• Current Kansas driver license

Knowledge And Skills Required

• Ability to operate and perform minor service on grounds equipment.
• Effective communication skills
• Good demeanor around children
• Team player with a can do attitude
• Basic computer skills

Physical And Mental Abilities Required

• Work outside for long periods of time in a variety of weather conditions
• Frequent bending and walking
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Safely operate equipment around people and vehicles