Grounds Technician

Payson Unified District•Payson, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Technician performs grounds maintenance functions within the school district as directed by the Head Grounds Technician and/or the Director of Facilities. The position maintains athletic fields and campus grounds, operates grounds-maintenance equipment, and follows district procedures and current OSHA requirements. The role is a 12-month classified position; salary is determined by the Governing Board’s Classified Salary Schedule (Column C, 2026/2027). The position is non-exempt. The employee must comply with HIPAA and FERPA confidentiality requirements and develop positive relations with students, parents, and school staff. Physical work may involve prolonged standing, long-distance walking, frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects weighing approximately 75 pounds and occasional objects up to 100 pounds. Work may occur in inclement weather and around harsh or toxic substances, foul odors, loud noise, moving mechanical parts, or electrical current. Protective apparel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card within 45 days of employment.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
Any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of district policies, operations, and organization.
Interpersonal skills, including tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.
Knowledge of communication etiquette, including telephone and email.
Knowledge of current OSHA safety standards and requirements as they relate to district equipment and procedures.
Knowledge of athletic-field maintenance and grounds maintenance.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to establish work priorities to meet schedules and timelines.
Ability to safely use grounds-maintenance materials and equipment.
Vision, which may be corrected, sufficient to read small print.
Mobility to stand, stoop, reach, and bend; arm mobility to reach; and hand dexterity to grasp and manipulate small objects.
Ability to stand for long periods and walk long distances.
Ability to frequently lift, push, and/or pull objects weighing approximately 75 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to work in inclement weather and in the conditions described for the position.

Nice To Haves

One year of grounds-maintenance experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain athletic fields to make them as safe as possible for athletic functions and school activities.
Set up and line fields as needed.
Develop a yearly schedule of athletic field maintenance.
Maintain concession stands, bleachers, and associated athletic-field buildings.
Safely operate large field mowers, heavy equipment, and other related power equipment.
Comply with current OSHA standards and requirements.
Water and maintain shrubs and flower beds.
Cut weeds around buildings and sidewalks.
Pick up paper and garbage on school grounds.
Mow grass on campus.
Repair sprinkler systems.
Report major damage and repairs to the supervisor.
Document all materials used.
Perform snow removal at the supervisor’s discretion.
Implement preventive maintenance plans as directed by the supervisor.
Comply with HIPAA and FERPA confidentiality requirements.
Develop positive relations with students, parents, and school staff.
Perform other related duties as assigned.