Grounds Technician (Seasonal - 9 Months), Facilities

Greeley • Greeley, CO

1d • $22 - $35

About The Position

The employee's primary responsibility is to mow turf grasses on district grounds and maintain assigned equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Colorado driver's license.
• Or any other combination of related education, experience, and training.
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, light trucks, and tractors.
• Ability to service and make repairs to ground power equipment.
• Ability to perform strenuous labor in all types of weather.
• Ability to apply pesticides.
• Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to follow established safety practices.
• Ability to perform all functions of the position.
• Regular attendance is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Works under the general supervision of the Grounds Department Manager or designee.
• Operates and efficiently uses tractor and attachments for tractors in mowing, fertilizing, and spraying operations.
• Operates light duty vehicles.
• Makes repairs and adjustments to mowers and equipment.
• Conducts general trash clean-up around school buildings.
• Maintains sidewalks and curbs, trimming shrubs and trees with power edger or hand tools.
• Uses utility equipment, i.e., tillers, cultivators, mulchers, trenching machines, etc.
• Moves furniture and school supplies between sites.
• Assists in installing fences, gates, signs, and athletic equipment.
• Assists in installing sprinkler systems and their repair.
• Assists in laying and marking of athletic fields.
• Assists in planting of trees, shrubs and lawns.
• Performs general labor tasks such as ditch digging, cement work, jack hammering, tree removal, etc.
• May be responsible for watering lawns and shrubs, using sprinklers and/or water hose.
• Performs work according to printed information on the Facilities Department work order system.
• Removes snow.
• Assists with emergencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit-eligible employees.
• The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).
• Depending on your position, the District offers a variety of leave options, including sick leave, discretionary leave, vacation and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED