Groundskeeper Lead

VILLAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL•Los Angeles, CA

57d•$22 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

A Lead Groundskeeper is directly responsible to the Facilities Assistant Director. The Lead Groundskeeper supervises the Grounds staff and performs all the duties of a Groundskeeper. The Lead Groundskeeper is primarily responsible for the upkeep of all green areas and planter boxes on campus.

Requirements

Will exemplify high Christian ideals in a spirit of cooperativeness with integrity
Have a working knowledge of all types of landscaping equipment
Must be able to be able to bend, reach, and climb ladders/stairs in the performance of their duties
Must possess a California Class 3 Driver’s License, for operation of Campus vehicles.
Must be able to work overtime and weekends, as needed
Ability to carry/lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to use the following power tools: Mower, edger, trimmer, and blower
Must be able to follow all applicable safety rules and procedures
Performs other duties as directed by the Facilities Assistant Director or Facilities Manager
This is full time, 40 hours a week, 12 month position. Schedule will be 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday through Friday.
This position reports directly to the Assistant Facilities Manager.

Nice To Haves

Prior Lead Groundskeeper experience preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees the Grounds Staff in completing their daily tasks
Schedules, assigns and coordinates the Grounds Staff with the assistance of the Assistant Director of Facilities
Cuts and edges lawns, pulls weeds, trim shrubs, maintain planters, drain grates, gutters, and down spouts
Will train the staff on proper use of the Grounds equipment and monitor the use
Assist with moving and setting up chairs, tables, and platforms
Maintain & repair irrigation system to insure optimal use of water
Maintains off-site facilities as directed
Ensure all Grounds staff uses proper PPE and work is done in a safe manner
Reports any potential safety concerns to the Facilities Assistant Director
Performs other work as directed