Grounds Worker

Dickinson Independent School District • Dickinson, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district and maintain athletic fields.

Requirements

• Valid Texas driver’s license
• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment
• Heavy lifting and carrying (50 pounds and over) on a daily basis
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Dress must be clean, neat, in a manner appropriate for his or her assignment, and in accordance with any additional standards established by his or her supervisor and approved by the Superintendent.
• Visible body piercings (except earrings) will not be allowed during work hours.

Nice To Haves

• No experience necessary

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds
• Plant shrubs and vegetation
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing
• Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor
• Help keep the vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed