Grounds Position

Grounds Position

Definition
Grounds Maintenance is entrusted with the operation and maintenance of grounds at FISD Campuses

General Responsibilities
He or She is responsible for:
? Reporting materials needed
? Maintenance on equipment
? Rendering advice, opinions, assistance, and services to the Grounds Manager and user groups
? Participating in planning meetings
? Cleaning restrooms and facilities
? Observing and controlling the watering schedule as needed by turf and planting areas on
common/natural areas.

Reporting

Grounds Maintenance reports directly to Grounds Manager
Grounds Maintenance also reports to the following individuals:
-Superintendent
-Athletic Director
-Coaches
-Principles
-Vic Principles

Typical Functions
? Equipment Usage and repair/maintenance
? Irrigation Systems
? Common areas, landscape, and natural existing areas
? Tree Management
? Cleaning and Organizing Stadiums, Equipment Barn, Storage Rooms
? Clean and Repair of Artificial Turf
? Tennis Courts
? Other properties such as school campuses, ag facility, and indoor facilities

Employment Standards
? Shows up on time
? Excellent oral and written communications skills
? Participation in continuing education opportunities
? May require certification as TDA

Daily
? Learn how to control and run irrigation system
? Check Irrigation-fields both at High School, Middle School, RRE (Common areas, and Planting
Beds)
? Check Schedule for Upcoming events and plan accordingly
? Check weather to ensure you are prepared
? Know when to fertilize so that you can help Lic TDA set up a schedule
? Know when to spray so that you can help Lic TDA set up a schedule
? Maintain your equipment as needed (Blow off and wash daily, change and monitor fluids and
filters)
? Report materials needed ASAP

Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.

Qualifications:

Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Experience:

None

Safety

Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.

Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Dema nds/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; 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; 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) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress