Groundskeeper
Reports to:  Leadman/Foreman Grounds Dept.	Department: Grounds	Pay Grade M 3 @ 260 days	Funding Source:

 

Qualifications

 

Education/Certification: 

Eight grade education or higher

Must have a valid Texas driver’s license

               

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Be able to communicate using communication technology (telephone, two-way radio, etc.)

Good People Skill

                       

Experience:

One or more years in grounds experience while working for a reputable company and or school district

 

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Trustees may find appropriate and acceptable

PSJA Leadership Skills and Expectations

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who are expected to embody the Spirit of PSJA and demonstrate these characteristics as they lead others.

 

Positive Engagement Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table	Builds relationships – Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions which demonstrate care and interest in well-being of all stakeholders Exhibits professionalism– Exhibits awareness and reflection to manage emotions and engage in continuous personal growth Models ethics – Exemplifies the values and priorities of the district through consistent actions and service to stakeholders Communicates effectively- Maintains open lines of two-way communication with staff, students, parents, and community to receive input and provide information for engagement with district vision
Student-centered Excellence Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and all staff	Demonstrates expertise – Possesses up-to-date knowledge and skills to perform organizational role at a high level of competence Establishes shared vision – Articulates the school’s mission to the community and solicits support in making that mission become a reality Implements plans- Works with all stakeholders to implement vision by establishing goal, monitoring progress, and providing resources Expects results – Pursues exceptional results for all students by holding self and others accountable and driving for continuous improvement
Joint Empowerment Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action	Promotes collaboration – Designs organizational structures to promote collaboration and teamwork for distributed leadership throughout the district Inspires Action – Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level to support district vision and goals Builds capacity – Provides opportunities for growth to ensure all staff build capacity to support district goals Develops leaders – Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes and strategic leadership assignments
Adaptive Innovation Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers	Scans Environment – Analyzes and applies understanding of internal organization and external environment to assess and respond to the district’s future advancement Manages change – Demonstrates courage, initiative, and perseverance in bringing about meaningful change to support the shared vision Champions solutions – Challenges the status quo by collaboratively exploring new and better ways of doing things Acknowledges outcomes – Creates a positive environment for growth by celebrating success and learning from failure

 

Technical Skills, Responsibilities and Duties

 

In PSJA ISD, we hire individuals who demonstrate excellence in these technical areas as they lead others

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform duties associated with maintenance of grounds, athletic fields, and parking lots, and landscaping.

• Under the supervision of the Foreman Grounds Department, performing individually or as an assistant the Yardman will engage in the following tasks:

• Cutting lawns using push mower, riding lawn mower, or tractor with cutter.

• Trimming and edging around walks, flower beds, and walls, using clippers and edging tools.

• Pruning shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth, using shears, hand tools, or power tools.

• Raking leaves and grass clippings and disposing properly.

• Cleaning sidewalks of grass clippings after mowing, using brooms or power blowers.

• Watering lawns, and shrubs, using water hose or by activating fixed or portable sprinkler systems.

• Repairing fences, gates, and walks, using carpentry and masonry tools.

• Installing fences.

• Cleaning out drainage ditches and culverts, using shovel and rake and or tractor attachments.

• Studies wok orders and estimates work hours and materials required to complete jobs.

• Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment.

• Promotes safety at all times.

• Inspects electric power lines near trees to be trimmed and secures clearance to work on lines if necessary.

• Plans and executes small scale landscaping operations.

• Inspects flowers, shrubs, and trees for evidence of insects, fungi, and other pests.

• Adjust such equipment as lawnmowers, sprinklers, and edge shears.

• Raise and level pop-up sprinkler heads and valves.

• Level or fill any ruts or holes that may develop in school grounds especially in playing areas.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Equipment Used:

 

Heavy equipment, including backhoe, trencher, and grader blade; tractor and mower; riding and power mower; gas-powered weed trimmer; blower; edger; sprayer; striping machine; garden and hand tools; aerator; and water pumps.  Light truck or van and goose-neck trailers.

 

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

 

Maintain emotional control.  Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions.  Work outside and inside, moderate exposure to extreme temperature (hot) and vehicle fumes.

 

 

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.