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POSITION: Landscaping - General

CATEGORY: Classified

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance

LOCATION: Warehouse

REPORTS TO: Maintenance and Grounds Manager

SUMMARY: To ensure and support the timely completion of all landscaping projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the following landscaping duties:
• Lawn mowing
• Trimming
• Edging
• Pruning
• Weeding
• Aerating
• Thatching
• Snow Removal
• Installing and repairing underground sprinkler system
• Mechanic for landscaping equipment
• Keep buildings and premises, including sidewalks, roof drains, driveways, and play areas neat and clean at all times
• Assist in the development of schedules for routine grounds activities, as well as short and long range plans for construction, landscaping, and major repairs to or replacement of grounds equipment.
• Trim, mow, water, and weed all planted areas as necessary
• Ensure that sport fields are mowed for athletic events
• Maintain tools and equipment and guard against breakage, loss, and theft
• Operate all maintenance vehicles in a safe and lawful manner
• Be responsible for monitoring fuel and water systems according to state requirements
• Remain on school premises for entire shift unless required to leave for work-related errands or meetings
• Assist with the set-up and coordination of school and public use of facilities
• Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at in-services.
• Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise represent the school district in a positive manner
• Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
• Perform other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Three to five years of related experience preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Hold a current and valid Idaho Motor Vehicle License with an excellent driving record
• Ability to perform long periods of standing; walking; climbing; bending; stooping; kneeling; bending and twisting at the neck and trunk; moving of furniture; pushing/pulling items such as tables, bleachers, and scrubbing machines; frequent lifting of objects weighing up to fifty pounds and occasionally move objects weighing up to ninety pounds; and climbing ladders
• Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, to reach above the head and reach forward, to grasp tools
• Self-motivated
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Works well with students, staff, and the public
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work under pressures and deadlines

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyze and interpret governmental regulations and legal documents. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or the general public.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS:

Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns.

PRODUCTIVITY/EFFICIENCY SKILLS: Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary; organize job functions and work area to be able to effectively complete varied assignments within established time frame.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to conduct basic math functions.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing (Microsoft Office) and spreadsheets (Excel).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit; walk and stand and reach with hands and arms; regularly lift and carry up to 60 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 90 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision; very good depth perception; and the ability to communicate through speech.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual’s disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works outside and occasionally meets deadlines with severe time constraints.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 256 day calendar assignment.

Nampa School District #131 is an equal opportunity employer/educator with an alcohol, drug and tobacco free environment, and does not unlawfully discriminate in employment. Equal access to employment, services, and programs is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. The information contained in this job posting is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The employment relationship with the District is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause.