Overview
Maintenance & Operations : Groundskeeper Jobs in Fort Wayne, USA at Fort Wayne Community Schools
Position: Maintenance & Operations : 8hr 52week Groundskeeper
Overview
Perform grounds maintenance and gardening activities involved in the beautification of District grounds and landscaped areas.
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from high school supplemented by three years’ experience in grounds maintenance.
- Must possess knowledge of the technical aspects methods materials terminology principles practices procedures and equipment used in assigned field.
- Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license and will be required to work non-scheduled hours.
- Must be required to pass the Core Exam within 6 months of accepting the position.
Essential Functions
- Mow edge trim and water lawns, fields and other turf grounds; prepare and fertilize soil; water various grounds areas by hand or by operating the irrigation system; maintain grounds areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
- Operate a variety of power-driven equipment including mowers, tractors, snow throwers, edgers, blowers, string trimmer, straw thrower, chippers, chainsaws, leaf vacuum, hedge trimmers and other equipment used in grounds maintenance activities; utilize standard gardening and maintenance hand tools.
- Plant, cultivate, trim, prune, spray, fertilize and irrigate flowers, trees, grass, hedges and shrubs; hoe and pull weeds and rake leaves; edge walkways; sweep litter from walks, driveways and other assigned areas; empty waste receptacles.
- Participate in a variety of snow removal activities; clear entryways, walkways and other areas of snow; apply ice-melter as needed.
- Perform minor maintenance on equipment such as sharpening blades, checking and replenishing oil and replacing spark plugs; perform regular and periodic maintenance on tractors, mowers, snow throwers, custodial equipment and other related equipment.
- Repair custodial equipment such as HEPA vacuums, scrubbers, water extractors, auto floor machines, carpet extractors and other small custodial equipment; pickup and deliver to buildings as needed.
- Apply weed control methods to eradicate weeds and other pests according to established procedures.
- Perform work from ladders, bucket trucks and scaffolding as needed.
- Assist other maintenance personnel in emergency situations to deliver drying and water extraction equipment and operate as needed; assist in the moving of furniture as needed. Serve as back-up for grounds maintenance.
- Maintain work areas, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
- Layout and line athletic fields; set up for and work athletic events; support as needed outside normal working hours.
- Replenish and dress playground safety surfacing on all playgrounds.
- Assist in the transport and set up of manlifts and seasonal moves required for small engine/equipment maintenance; drives truck while pulling and backing a trailer; transport fuel to buildings.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
- Communication
Skills:
Ability to speak clearly and hear effectively in various environments.
- Manual Dexterity:
Adeptness in the use of hands and fingers. - Postural Endurance:
Sit or stand for prolonged periods as the job requires. - Flexibility:
Ability to bend at the waist, kneel or crouch to perform specific duties. - Visual Acuity:
Close vision ability with the capacity to adjust focus. - Mobility:
Freedom to sit or walk at will throughout the work environment. - Strength and Stamina:
Capability to lift, carry, push or pull up to twenty (25) pounds or more.
FWCS will reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
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Title: Maintenance & Operations : Groundskeeper
Company: Fort Wayne Community Schools
Location: Fort Wayne, USA
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