Grounds Service Technician

Responsible for operating a variety of heavy trucks, tractors, construction equipment, light duty pick-ups, grass cutting equipment on a regularly assigned basis; check for improper functioning of the equipment during operations; performing general grounds keeping and other duties necessary to maintain the appearance of the District locations.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the primary job elements.

1. Drives light duty pick-ups, farm tractor, heavy equipment truck/machines, and grass cutting equipment.
2. Repair/replace dumpsters at various locations.
3. Pick up and deliver dirt, sand, mulch, firebark, and sod.
4. Removes tree branches/stumps and debris when required.
5. Cuts swells and ditches for drainage as needed.
6. Perform concrete/asphalt patching, along with filling potholes.
7. Removal of ice/snow when required.
8. Serve as a strike team to cut district locations when requested.
9. Cut SCIAA stadiums, along with tilling and dragging baseball fields when required.
10. Travel to various sites to repair/patch concrete, asphalt, and potholes
11. Attends meetings and workshops as necessary to enhance job knowledge and skills.
12. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requires High School diploma or GED plus one (1) year of related experience for a total of education/experience of 1 year. Requires a valid state driver's license.

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor's Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master's Degrees are required, years for Bachelor's Degrees must be included.

• Knowledge of usage, techniques and practices of maintenance and repair of medium and heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, forklifts, bobcats, and trailers.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and standards; ability to observe health and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of diagnostic and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to operate lawn, heavy, and construction equipment.
• Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply manufacturer's manuals and training guides.

Physical Demands: Requires climbing, kneeling, stooping, lifting, carrying, sitting, standing, walking, bending over, eye/hand coordination, exerting up to 50 pounds of force, dexterity and skill in operating machinery and tools on a regular basis.

Unavoidable Hazards: The position is exposed to extreme heat/cold, wet or humid conditions, bright/dim lights, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, vibration, fumes or noxious odors, moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, heights, disease/pathogens, traffic, animals/wildlife, toxic or caustic chemicals.

Sensory (ADA) Requirements: The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

The district is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the district to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.