Title                                    Groundskeeper, Seasonal

   Description                       Seasonal/Temporary Employee to the Grounds and AthleticsDepartment                                                                                                            

   Qualifications                  Demonstrate ability to successfully fulfill assigned responsibilities.

                                             Demonstrate the ability to safely lift and carry 55 pounds.

                                             Possess and maintain a valid Oklahoma driver’s license and be insurable on District insurance policy.

   Examples of Duties         Plants shrubs, trees, and flowers; prunes trees and shrubs. 

Removes debris from stairs and walks; rakes leaves, and mows lawns. 

Waters trees, shrubs, and lawns and performs irrigation activities.

Sprays for weeds and insects using unrestricted chemicals as required. 

Operates large power lawn mowers, edgers, line trimmers, hand tools, and large vehicles such as tractors.

Operates pick-up trucks, flat-rack trucks, and dump trucks for hauling purposes and for trash and debris removal. 

Performs minor maintenance and repair on equipment and tools as required. 

Shovels and removes snow and ice from designated areas such as roofs, sidewalks, and entryways as required. 

May operate various snow removal equipment.

   Reports To                        Grounds and Athletics Manager

                                              Assistant Grounds and Athletics Manager

   Job Goal                            To provide Students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient educational environment in which to learn, play, and develop.

   Knowledge,                       Knowledge of equipment, tools, and procedures of grounds construction and care. 

   Skills, and                          Knowledge of fertilizers, insecticides, and herbicides used in grounds care and gardening.

   Abilities                             Skill in operating grounds maintenance and grounds construction equipment.

  Terms of Employment   March – October, Salary to be established by the Board.

  This position requires working in extreme temperatures and weather conditions, large amounts of standing and walking.

  Reviewed and Accepted By _______________________________________________Date______________________

Approved By ___________________________________________________________Date______________________