Grounds Worker with Pest Applicator - Grounds

Mesa Public Schools•Mesa, AZ

36d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

To perform gardener duties as required by district standards; to dispense and apply pesticides, fertilizers and soil amendments; to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment. Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Grounds. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Requirements

Valid Arizona driver's license and safe driving record
Currently certified with the Arizona Office of Pest Management to dispense pesticides; familiar with various types of fertilizers and pesticides; ability to read and comprehend the label/laws on pesticides used (If not certified following will apply)
Ability to pass required exams set by the Arizona Department of Agriculture Office of Pest Management in order to apply pesticides at a school district. Certifications in Right of Way (R.O.W.) and Turf and Ornamental (T & O) obtained within three (3) months of hire date required. The district will pay to the Office of Pest Management the initial license training class, application fee, and first exam in each category. The cost for exam retakes will be the responsibility of the employee
Knowledge and experience in proper and safe use of grounds supplies and equipment
Knowledge and experience in the preparation and layout of athletic fields

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Knowledge in the use and care of grounds equipment and supplies preferred
Knowledge in all phases of landscape installation and maintenance preferred

Responsibilities

Install new and maintain established and existing landscaped areas (mow, trim, prune, fertilize and water turf, plants, shrubs, and trees)
Install, over-seed, fertilize and maintain athletics fields
Program and perform maintenance on manual and automated irrigation systems
Dispense and apply pesticides, fertilizers and soil amendments as required or instructed
Operate and maintain all necessary grounds equipment to provide an appropriate level of landscape maintenance
Regular and on-time attendance required
Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
Retrieve and compile information as required from usage of products
Assist, as directed by supervisor, in special landscape projects and events
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
Maintain accurate inventory records to determine supply and equipment requirements
Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools