Groundskeeper, MAINTENANCE

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Groundskeeper maintains district grounds, including athletic fields, landscaped areas, and outdoor spaces. The role involves mowing, planting, watering, and caring for vegetation; preparing athletic fields for games; collecting and disposing of refuse; and operating and maintaining groundskeeping tools and equipment safely. The position requires frequent travel throughout the district and work outdoors in varied conditions. This is a 261-day position. Salary is $15.00 at pay grade HS-3, based on verifiable job-related experience, as set by the Board of Trustees. Applications are accepted year-round and place applicants in a pool for consideration as openings become available; not all applicants will be interviewed.

Requirements

Clear and valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record under Texas School Bus Driver requirements, if required to drive a district vehicle.
Ability to operate a tractor and landscaping equipment.
Ability to operate riding or power mowers, power tools, and hand tools.
Ability to read and understand written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
Ability to perform continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying.
Ability to work outside and around moving objects or vehicles, with exposure to extreme temperatures, herbicides and fertilizer, and loud noises.
Ability to travel frequently throughout the district.

Responsibilities

Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
Care for trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, tending beds, and controlling weeds.
Plant shrubs and vegetation.
Assist in preparing athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
Water grounds and apply fertilizer.
Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques while performing job duties, including lifting and climbing.
Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and immediately report conditions that cannot be corrected to the supervisor.
Help keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency, and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.