Groundskeeper - Bloomfield, NM : Job Details

Position: Grounds MaintenanceSupervisor: District Facilities ManagerNon-ExemptGeneral Job Description: Maintain school grounds daily through landscaping duties (mowing, weed eating; trimming of bushes & trees; raking, blowing and bagging leaves; emptying trash cans, etc.) Maintain all sprinkler systems/irrigation systems throughout the district. Maintain district's playing fields and grounds. All fence repair and exterior painting as needed. Preventive maintenance on all grounds equipment in season and out of season. Shovel Snow and keep sidewalks free of snow, ice and debris. Other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Contract Days: 260 Contract Hours: 40/weekQualifications: High school graduation or equivalent. Must have reliable transportation, a current driver's license, clean driving record and participate in a defensive driving course. Pesticide/herbicide knowledge a plus. Mechanical abilities, good judgment, communication skills. Must work well with staff members inside and outside of the department. Must be reliable and able to work in outdoor cold and heat. Ability to troubleshoot and repair irrigation/sprinkler systems. Need to be self-motivated in keeping grounds green and weed free during growing season and all landscape healthy during dormant season.Physical Requirements: Sitting: 2 hours daily Standing: 1 hour daily Walking: 5 hours daily Lifting: 51-100 lbs. - occasionally 26 - 50 lbs. - occasionally 0-25 lbs. - frequently above shoulders - rarely above waist - occasionally above knees - frequently Carrying (two handed): 51-100 lbs. - occasionally 26 - 50 lbs. - occasionally 0 - 25 lbs. - frequently Carrying (one handed): 51-100 lbs. - rarely 26 - 50 lbs. - occasionally 0 - 25 lbs. - frequently Repetitive hand use - push/pull 51 - 100 lbs. - occasionally 26 - 50 lbs. - occasionally 0 - 25 lbs. - frequently Simple grasping: Right hand - yes Left hand - yes