Groundskeeper (Temporary)

Job Summary

Entry-level position that works with direction and supervision to perform general grounds keeping, event set up services and provides assistance to other Groundskeepers and Utility Workers as needed.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reviews work to be performed in advance with Groundskeeper II/III to ensure understanding of work-related risks and proper mitigation to ensure safety.
• Aids in assembling materials and tools for work to be performed.
• Cleans work areas, machines, and equipment following work completion.
• May independently perform general grounds keeping services under direction.
• Attends all technical and safety-training, including on-the-job training, uses all PPE, and adheres to safety guidance.
• Reports all safety hazards to supervisor and/or immediately corrects if able to.

Position Requirements

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Good work ethic, including punctuality and good attendance.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and knowledge; ability to demonstrate increasing competence with training and experience.
• Willingness to accept and follow directions.
• Ability to read and comprehend training materials.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow safety instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules to accommodate after-hours school-related functions and activities.
• Demonstrated values of inclusion.

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Often requires physical work; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.
• Often requires walking/standing, bending/crouching/reaching/etc., and at times sitting.
• Manual dexterity and strength to work with hand tools.

Working Conditions

• Work may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and contact with hazardous materials, dust, dirt, smoke, unpleasant odors, loud noises, etc.
• Often work outdoors and indoors.
• Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday during normal business hours; evening or weekend hours maybe required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned. For internal use only: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at hr@ksbe.edu or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.

Pay Range

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

Primary Location

Kapalama Campus

Additional Locations

Honolulu, Hawaii