JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District

GROUNDS LEADWORKER
Purpose Statement:
The job of Grounds Leadworker is done for the purpose/s of maintaining attractive grounds area/s; ensuring the availability of required equipment; protecting against erosion; maintaining grounds for assemblies and/or recreational activities; ensuring assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner and directing assigned crew members. Incumbents in this classification provide students, staff and the public with information through the performance a wide variety of services which directly support learning.
This job reports to Executive Director, School Construction & Building Services

Essential Functions
• Applies herbicides for the purpose of controlling weeds in accordance with established procedures.

• Cleans landscaped areas and related items for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards.

• Coordinates with site administrators and athletic coaches for the purpose of adjusting irrigation schedules and grounds preparation.

• Maintains District vehicles (e.g. checking fluid levels, tire pressure, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of vehicles in proper working condition.

• Maintains groundskeeping equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.

• Maintains supplies, equipment and tools (e.g. servicing, cleaning, adjusting, minor repairs, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Orders supplies and materials for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

• Oversees assigned crew members and/or summer youth hires for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting shift requirements.

• Performs preventive maintenance on roof gutters and drains for the purpose of ensuring ongoing preventative maintenance programs.

• Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.

• Prepares facility for daily operations for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for outdoor assemblies, athletic events and/or recreational activities.

• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. outdoor, layout/line fields, striping, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies and/or recreational activity.

• Provides training to grounds workers (e.g. layout/lining fields, etc.) for the purpose of maximizing the efficiency of the work force and meeting shift requirements.

• Replaces irrigation components,equipment, etc. for the purpose of providing a functional and safe environment.

• Requests materials, supplies and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.

• Responds to grounds maintenance emergencies (e.g. clogged storm drains, removing fallen trees, placing sand bags, etc.) for the purpose of determining and/or implementing appropriate actions required to resolve situations.

• Transports various items (e.g. grounds equipment, supplies, fertilizer, etc.) for the purpose of providing materials at job site as required to complete tasks.

Other Functions
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in grounds maintenance including operating heavy equipment, mowers, hand & power tools, etc.; and adhering to safety practices.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: methods, materials and equipment used in grounds maintenance; and safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; being attentive to detail; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working under time constraints; and working as part of a team.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services.

Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; significant climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under with some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.

Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.

Education High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing Certificates & Licenses
As required for position Valid California Driver’s License

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances
Lockdown Procedures
Chemicals Pesticides/Herbicides
Fire Extinguisher
Bomb Procedures

Clearances
Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance; TB Clearance

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade
Non Exempt 11/10/2005 Unit III 28