BASIC FUNCTION : Perform grounds maintenance of District and school grounds, athletic fields and landscaped areas; operate a variety of light or heavy power and grounds equipment.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS : KNOWLEDGE OF : Methods, equipment and materials used in groundskeeping work.Operation and maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in groundskeeping.
Cultivating, fertilizing, watering and spraying of flowers, trees and shrubs.Methods and materials used in controlling pests, insects and weeds.
Proper operation of heavy grounds equipment.Basic maintenance and repair of irrigation system.Basic record-keeping technique.
Proper lifting techniques. ABILITY TO : Perform general grounds maintenance duties safely including mowing, edging and weeding.
Mow, edge, water, weed, fertilize, rake and cultivate lawns, flower beds, athletic fields and other landscaped areas.Apply specialized chemicals to control and eradicate weeds, insects and other pests.
Operate heavy power equipment used in groundskeeping work.Perform minor repairs of grounds tools and equipment.Sharpen mowing equipment using precision equipment.
Perform heavy manual labor.Observe legal and defensive driving practices; understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS : The following MUST BE ATTACHED to the application :
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree or Higher Education Degree
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES : Experience in farming, gardening or grounds work. Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.
The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination. Cost of the exam will be borne by the District.
A pre-employment drug screening will also be administered. If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.
B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.