PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Foreman and the general supervision of the Director of Facilities and Operations. Responsible for on-site leadership of day-to-day grounds maintenance operation ensuring district grounds are safe, neat, and attractive.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas driver’s license
High School diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of gardening and landscape maintenance
Ability to read and interpret landscape plans
Ability to perform mathematical calculations
Ability to direct and supervise personnel
Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:
5 years experience in gardening and landscape maintenance
3 years supervisory experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping
1. Assign all grounds work and oversee completion. Arrange for contract labor when work cannot be performed by district staff.
2. Assign priority to work orders and process them, including tracking of labor and material use.
3. Interpret plans and sketches to carry out landscape designs.
4. Establish and maintain care and watering schedules, including spraying, fertilizing, and pruning, Install, test, adjust, and repair sprinkler systems as needed.
5. Inspect grounds and facilities and initiate needed repairs, including the building and repair of fences and gates. Estimate the cost and time required for projects and order materials.
Safety
6. Provide training and orientation to all ground’s personnel in safety procedures and proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
7. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
8. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
9. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding equipment and facilities.
10. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
11. Keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition. Inspect tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
12. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures.
13. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
14. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
15. Provide training and orientation to all ground’s personnel in safety procedures and proper and safe use of tools and equipment.
16. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding equipment and facilities.
Communication
17. Communicate with district administrators and staff about ground maintenance.
Inventory and Equipment
18. Prepare, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment. Ensure maintenance is completed and vehicles and equipment are in safe operating condition. Recommend replacement of existing equipment when necessary.
19. Monitor the storage and use of all ground’s equipment, tools, and supplies. Conduct regular inventory of physical equipment and supplies, order equipment and supplies when needed, and maintain accurate records.
Other
20. Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed.
21. Assist in preparation of department budget.
22. Assist in recruiting, screening, training, and evaluation of grounds employees.
23. Maintain accurate information for payroll reporting (timecards, tardiness, and absenteeism).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor the work and issue work assignments to grounds crews.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power and hand-held sprayer application equipment; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van.

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) daily

Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (pesticides) hazards, noxious odors; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.