Groundskeeper

TITLE: GROUNDSKEEPER

PRIMARY FUNCTION :

To mow and maintain school grounds and other school board properties, enhancing their appearance and keeping them more usable and safe.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must have a high school diploma or GED.

2. Must have experience with riding mowers or tractors and their maintenance.

REPORTS TO:

Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To follow instructions and/or schedules for mowing and other groundskeeping tasks.

2. To keep tractors, mowing machines and other equipment in working order with proper servicing.

3. To assist principals, teachers and custodians in any way feasible to keep from disrupting the instructional program.

4. To develop and maintain good work habits emphasizing punctuality, effective use of time, safety, thoroughness and teamwork.

5. To remain alert to any hazards that might jeopardize the safety of others, especially during mowing.

6. To assist with maintenance tasks unrelated to groundskeeping when requested.

7. To attend appropriate meetings and conferences and strive to keep technical skills up to date.

8. To perform other duties as necessary.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and conditions to be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board's policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of classified personnel.