Groundskeeper at BISD

Marsden Services•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundskeeper performs general grounds maintenance to support the safety, appearance, and upkeep of lawn areas and landscaping around campuses and facilities in Birdville Independent School District. The role uses hand tools and powered lawn equipment to maintain grounds, checks playgrounds, plants trees and other greenery, and helps with facility needs during rainy days and school events. The position requires outdoor work in seasonal weather and exposure to dirt, noise, vibration, wetness, poor lighting, and mechanical and chemical hazards. Applicants must be at least 18, authorized to work in the U.S., maintain a clean driving record, and complete a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background/fingerprint check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Texas Class C driver's license.
Maintain a clean driving record.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Ability to operate lawn equipment.
Knowledge of lawn equipment such as tractors, riding and push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, and gas hedging equipment.
Ability to follow specific oral instructions from supervisors.
Ability to work outdoors in extreme seasonal weather and dirt.
Ability to perform a variety of physical movements, including sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, bending, twisting, and climbing.
Able to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds regularly; the posting also states the ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Pre-employment drug screen and criminal background/fingerprint check required.

Responsibilities

Use hand tools such as ladders, shovels, rakes, and hoes to remove weeds, dead trees, and brush and clean up job sites.
Check playgrounds, level mulch, and report deficiencies to the lead.
Operate powered lawn equipment, including gasoline-powered lawn mowers, string trimmers, electric trimmers, hedge trimmers, and riding mowers, to maintain district grassy areas.
Plant trees, shrubs, grass, and flowering plants to enhance district buildings and grounds.
Perform hallway cleanup at assigned schools on rainy days.
Set up tables and chairs for sporting events, school meetings, and rental activities.
Perform other tasks as required.