Groundskeeper

Columbus ISD•Columbus, TX

10d

About The Position

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district, including athletic fields. The position is in the Maintenance department, is nonexempt, and reports to the Director of Maintenance. The listed job description was revised in 2023. The Groundskeeper maintains district grounds and landscaping, supports athletic-field preparation, and helps inspect, repair, and install sprinkler systems. The role also transports workers and equipment to district work sites and follows safety procedures while operating and maintaining tools, vehicles, and equipment. This description outlines general responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of duties or required skills.

Requirements

Valid Texas driver’s license.
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to operate power-driven equipment.
Experience: None.

Responsibilities

Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields.
Follow the scheduled maintenance plan for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers, including watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
Plant shrubs and vegetation.
Assist with preparing athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
Assist with inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures and follow established safety techniques, including when lifting and climbing.
Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report conditions that cannot be corrected immediately 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.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.