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Grounds Laborer

4 months ago

Elgin, Illinois, United States Illinois School District U-46 Full time
Position Type:
Plant Operations / Maintenance / Grounds/Groundskeeper

Date Posted:
5/29/2024

Location:
Plant Operations Department

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Position / Title: Grounds Laborer - Grade 1

Bargaining Unit: ESSO

Department/Location: Plant Operations

Work Days: 261

Reports To: Coordinator of Grounds

JD Revision Date: 03/29/2023

Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary
Provide the district and the students with a functional, safe, and attractive learning environment. Work entails all phases of groundskeeping and maintenance including, lawn care, parking lot, and sidewalk maintenance, and preparation of outdoor athletic fields. Work assignments are conducted using safety equipment, and following district and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines as required.

Job Duties / Responsibilities
  • Perform groundskeeping services including, but not limited to mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, fertilization, pruning, and regular trash pick-up within the area of assignment.
  • Assist with preparation of fields, tracks, courts, and grounds for athletic, extracurricular, and other public events as assigned.
  • Performs tree and shrub maintenance, including planting, transplanting, trimming, removal, and plant disease management.
  • Conducts preventative maintenance checks, (oil, filters, belts, tire pressure, etc.)
  • Assist other department personnel in the completion of work activities as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned
Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience / Knowledge
  • Ability to operate grounds equipment within safety guidelines.
  • Horticulture/landscape experience (1-3 years) preferred.
  • Grounds equipment and routine maintenance experience preferred.
  • Snow and ice removal experience preferred.
Physical Demands
  • Able to lift 50 lbs. with proper technique.
  • Work safely from stepladder, aerial lifts, or scaffolding up to a height of 10 ft.
  • Work primarily outdoors involving exposure to inclement weather.
Terms of Employment
  • This is a twelve (12) month position.
  • Days and hours will vary depending on departmental needs.
  • Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.
  • Valid Illinois Driver's License Required.