GROUNDSKEEPER (#2741) All Schools ( learn more ) Clarke County School District Athens , Georgia ( map )
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Job Details
• Job ID: 4092637
• Application Deadline: January 3, 2023
• Posted : November 28, 2022
• Starting Date: Immediately
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Job Description
Overall Purpose
The job of Groundskeeper is done for the purpose/s of providing grounds maintenance services at assigned site/s; ensuring attractive and safe grounds area/s; protecting against erosion; performing a variety of special grounds maintenance operations; and maintaining grounds for assemblies, events, and/or recreational activities.
Direct Supervisor
Building Maintenance Supervisor Essential Functions
• Cuts and maintains lawns and grounds for District facilities.
• Assists in the application of pesticides for the purpose of controlling insects and weeds in accordance with established procedures.
• Attends meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Cleans landscaped areas and related items (storm drains, fields, retention ponds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.
• Maintains job related grounds keeping equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment that is operational and safe.
• Plants a variety of landscaping materials (lawns, shrubbery, flowers, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the grounds attractive and protecting against erosion.
• Prepares grounds (fertilizes soil, courtyards, flower beds, rakes, removes fallen limbs, spreads mulch and sand, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities, and/or athletic events.
• Repairs playscapes, swing sets, and fences for the purpose of ensuring equipment and/or components are in proper working order.
• Transports a variety of tools, equipment, supplies, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
• Moves and sets up risers and stages as required for school events.
• Installs and maintains all signs (entrance, directional, etc.) on District properties.
Marginal Functions
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Competencies
• Skills-based Competencies
Required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in grounds maintenance including tractors; weed whips; mowers; hand and power tools; and adhering to safety practices.
• Knowledge-based Competencies
Required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read and follow instructions; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: method of preparing and maintaining various plants; shrubs; lawns; and safety practices and procedures.
• Ability-based Competencies
Required to schedule activities; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: meeting deadlines and schedules; working under time constraints; communicating with diverse groups; performing work in outside conditions year round.
Requirements
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Georgia Driver’s License
Physical Requirements
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following require the following physical demands: significant lifting (must be able to lift 80 pounds safely), carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Generally the job requires 30% sitting, 35% walking, and 35% standing.
Continuing Education/Training
Valid Georgia Driver’s License
Clearances
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Fair Labor Standards Act
Non-Exempt
• Position Type: Full-time
• Positions Available: 1
• Job Category : Support Staff > Maintenance
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clarke County School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
Job Requirements
• No experience required
Contact Information
• Roshanna Griffin
• x
• Athens, Georgia 30603
• Phone: x
• Email: click here
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