Athletic Groundskeeper
Job Description
The Athletic Groundskeeper is responsible for the school district's athletic grounds safety, maintenance and upkeep.
Essential Functions:
Work with Athletic Director in the care and upkeep of athletic fields
- Work cooperatively with all other school employees
- Prepare athletic faciliteis for games and events
Identify needs for materials and equipment to maintain the grounds and playground equipment. Submit needs to the appropriate supervisor/administrator
Periodic checks of shrubbery, lawns and parking lots, and school property. Properly maintain grounds/school property
Plan and carry out a maintenance plan for tractors, mowers and other groundskeeping equipment
Line athletic fields
Mow grass as needed, trim shrubbery
Remove snow as needed
Paint fences, clear fence rows and use weed killer where needed
Drive necessary vehicles and groundskeeping equipment
Outline and submit plans for upkeep/maintenance of all school property
Empty outside trash barrels as needed
- Check, repair or replace traffic signs on school property
Qualifications:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Mechanical experience, with small engine and farm/lawn equipment
Able to follow oral and written instructions and place priority on requests
Possess the physical strength and dexterity needed to perform the assigned tasks
Prior experience in groundskeeping/related fields
Some experience in the care and lining of playing and athletic fields
Be available to perform services required when emergency situations arise outside the normal working hours
Valid driver’s license
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate
Information on the position is available from Athletic Director, Mark Rinehart, at [email protected] or Superintendent, Sabrina Woodruff, at [email protected].