Maintenance Grounds Custodian

Amarillo ISD•Amarillo, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Maintain AISD grounds to a high standard of cleanliness in a condition of operating excellence at all times to include mowing, trimming, watering, picking up of trash and any other duties as assigned. Grounds Custodians are assigned to a high school campus.

Requirements

Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s license
Working knowledge of landscape maintenance and related equipment, such as: riding and walk-behind mowers, weed eaters, vehicles with trailers, etc.
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision
Organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position
Capable of assessing safety conditions on site and able to take appropriate corrective action.
Demonstrated ability to perform responsibilities under little supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED
CDL license
Two years of lawn maintenance experience
One year experience in a leadership role in related field
Spray license

Responsibilities

Keep assigned campus grounds neat and clean, including, but not limited to: lawn, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas.
Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from campus.
Aid in maintaining a proper watering schedule.
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 work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
Report maintenance of tools and equipment and make recommendations of needed supplies to supervisor.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.