JOB DESCRIPTION
Title
Lead Groundskeeper - (Athletic)
Department
Maintenance
Reports To
Director of Maintenance, Grounds Supervisor
Compensation
ACP 205
Days
260+
Revised: 02/18/2022
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Supervises and coordinates daily activities of Athletics grounds maintenance operations to ensure athletic grounds are safe, neat, and attractive
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Certification Requirements
- High school graduate or GED equivalent
- Valid Texas driver's license, insurable with Judson ISD insurance carrier, and a good driving record
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check
Special Knowledge and Skills
- Knowledge of Athletic Field maintenance
- Ability to operate riding or power mower, power tools, and hand tools
- Ability to direct and supervise personnel in a positive manner and coordinate grounds operations
- Ability to read and interpret field layout dimensions
Experience:
- Minimum of (2) two years supervisory experience OR
- Minimum of (3) three years of verifiable groundskeeper experience
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)
- Ensure compliance of District directives and Maintenance policies and safety procedures by personnel assigned to district grounds
- Coordinate the scheduled day to day activities of the area assigned and oversees completion
- Schedule assigned work orders and obtains required material
- Assist Grounds Supervisor and/or Director of Maintenance in evaluating employees in his/her group
- Inventory materials and tools assigned to his/her shop
- Complete required paperwork for daily time logs, work orders and equipment repair request
- Prepare quantity takeoffs and material needs for assigned projects
- Ensure that all safety procedures are followed by his/her department
- Establishes care and watering schedules, including spraying, fertilizing, pruning etc
- Operate and maintain riding and power mowers equipment used for grounds operations
- Inspect grounds and facilities to initiate needed repairs, for buildings, fences, and gates
- Ensure restrooms, Locke rooms and other athletic facilities are cleaned and maintained as needed
- Instruct assigned personnel on proper and safe use of tools and equipment
- Ensure that vehicles, equipment, and tools are in safe operating condition
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and reports any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately
- Recommend replacement of existing equipment
- Work extended work hours and/or work weeks as required throughout the year
- Perform other duties as assigned, based on department needs
- Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
- Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
- Ability to use personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
- Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
- Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator's Code of Ethics
- Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Monitor and provide evaluation input of Athletic grounds persons
Equipment Used:
- Office equipment - personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position
- Mower; riding and power mower; gas-powered weed trimmer; blower; edger; sprayer; garden and hand tools; aerator
- Light van or truck
Mental Demands:
- Ability to read, concentrate, communicate effectively (verbally and written), interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, compute, analyze, differentiate
- Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands:
- Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling
- Occasional: Lifting, heavy, 45 pounds or more
Environmental Factors:
- Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
- Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone
- Work prolonged or irregular hours
Nondiscrimination Statement:
The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.