Maintenance Field Groomer

Open Until Filled PRIMARY PURPOSE

Under general supervision, operate various equipment and maintain AISD athletic fields in a condition of playing excellence

Minimum Education:

A high school diploma or GED, preferred

Certification / License:

Must possess a valid Driver’s license

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

General knowledge of landscape maintenance

General knowledge of turf culture care

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

General knowledge of the Maintenance Department’s organization and operation

Ability to perform responsibilities under general supervision

Organizational, communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position

Ability to operate tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner

Tools/Equipment Used:
Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower

Posture:
Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

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

Lifting:
Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 40 pounds of force frequently to repair and/or move equipment and objects

Environment:
Frequent changes in tasks;
Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures and all weather conditions, dust, high noise level, vibration; exposure to chemicals including herbicides and fertilizers, fuels and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular or prolonged days/hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands:
Frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

One year experience of lawn maintenance or related field is preferred.

• Provide cultural care of athletic turf through routine scheduled mowing.
• Assist work crews, as assigned, with field maintenance, repair and preparations.
• Routinely inspect the condition of the turf both before and after mowing to identify poor turf heath.
• Maintain inventory for assigned equipment and supplies.
• Service mower engines and mower hydraulic/mechanical parts and accessories.
• Follow routine mowing and maintenance procedures for athletic fields to maintain a high standard of safety, playability, and cleanliness.
• Transport necessary equipment to various job sites.
• Perform work order record keeping and other documentation.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.