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TYPE OF POSITION:

Hourly; year round 

Hours may vary based on program needs

REPORTS TO:

Director of Building and Grounds, Head/Asst Engineers, Building Principals

SUPERVISION:

Temporary summer support staff, snow removal support staff

SALARY:

$18.44/hr (starting salary for new hires)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required
    High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred
    Two years job related experience
    Bilingual

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Groundskeeper is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Groundskeeper is responsible for the day to day operation of the grounds area assigned to them, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Customer Support
    Assist in the implementation and follow through of snow removal, grass cutting, athletic field marking, asphalt repairs, asphalt striping, and maintaining of equipment
    Assist building administrators and other support staff in scheduling athletic events, setting up for these events, and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator
    Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for the purpose of assisting in the mission of the school district
    Assist in the implementation and follow through on projects assigned in buildings during slow work days and rain days
    Supervise Custodial staff and interact with district resources (carpenters, grounds personnel) to take care of building exterior and grounds
    Supervise Temporary summer support staff and snow removal support staff

Direct Service
    Perform daily cleaning (trash), mowing, raking leaves, removing snow and ice around buildings and at athletic facilities including playgrounds
    Performs small landscaping projects as assigned
    Performs maintenance/repair of equipment under their care
    Operate and repair underground irrigation systems
    Deliver gas to other buildings
    Performs licensed herbicide and pesticide applications
    Coordinate outside contractors regarding building envelope work, asphalt work and all exterior work at buildings assigned
    Takes care of ordering and installing signs as needed
    Installs and repairs exterior fencing
    Perform small welding repairs as needed

Administrative Support
    Maintains records for inventory, gas usage, snow removal contacts, and corrective/preventive maintenance records of equipment
    Maintains accurate records of exterior lighting lamps, underground irrigation line/head locations
    Other duties as assigned

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The methods of performing the essential job duties require the following physical demands:

    Continuous standing and walking
    Frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, sitting, walking, standing, hearing, talking, and seeing
    Frequent lifting and/or moving of equipment, supplies and furniture
    Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
    Frequent pushing and pulling
    Work with various chemicals and follow Material Safety Data Sheet
    Work with personal protective equipment in dealing with body fluids
    Working outside during inclement weather

BENEFITS:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.

St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at St. Cloud School District 742 Title IX Information.

For inquiries, please contact jobs@isd742.org