Grounds Technician (POOL)

Pflugerville Independent School District - Job Description Job Title/Position: Technician, Grounds/Maintenance Department/School: Facilities and Support Services Pay Information: Auxiliary Compensation Plan Supervised By: Supervisor, Grounds/Maintenance FLSA: Non-Exempt Date Revised: July 2022 Primary Purpose: Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping, maintain athletic fields, perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and equipment throughout the District. Minimum Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification): Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written directions; ability to read, write, understand and communicate sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position, one year of related experience, and a valid Texas driver's license able to qualify as a driver under the district's insurance carrier when driving a district vehicle. Major Responsibilities:

1. Repair and maintain district facilities including repairing woodwork, replacing broken glass, painting, installing ceiling and flooring materials and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems.
2. Water grounds and apply fertilizer; assist with inspection, repair, installation of sprinkler systems.
3. Mow and detail district grounds, including athletic fields; plant shrubs and other vegetation; assist with preparation of athletic fields; collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish and refuse from district facilities.
4. Inspect, detect, report and perform needed repairs and maintenance on building exterior and interior, including playground equipment.
5. Safely climb ladders, operate lifts and work in hot, cold, and wet conditions, and on high elevation roof tops. Special projects include, but are not limited to the following:
6. Playground maintenance and regular inspections.
7. Masonry work to include rock/brick on flowerbeds, retaining walls, sidewalk slabs and concrete removal.
8. Bleacher repair, removal or new installation.
9. Repair major water leaks to main water lines affecting schools.
10. Portable removal, miscellaneous carpentry work, handicap ramp installation/repair, etc.
11. Vehicle and trailer service as required, including painting trailers.
12. Installation of drainage pipes, where needed.
13. Welding.
14. Scoreboard removal.
15. Follow Educator Code of Conduct and all policies, procedures, laws and State/Federal regulations.
16. Perform other duties as assigned. Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of established safety procedures and techniques Knowledge of maintenance, repair and construction techniques and procedures Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance techniques and procedures Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines and procedures Must maintain regular and reliable attendance Must be able to work long hours and on weekends, as needed Skill in working in a collaborative, team-based environment Skill in a variety of equipment, including but not limited to, mowers, blowers, trimmers and hand tools Supervisory Responsibilities: None Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands): Repetitive hand motions; exposure daily to possible adverse weather elements for extended periods of time; must be able to push, pull, lift, and/or carry at least 50 lbs., 50 lbs. or more with assistance. The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

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