Grounds Assistant

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13696418

We are proud of our buildings and grounds. Join our team and assist in

maintaining surroundings we can all be proud of.\

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A Day In The Life

• Plant seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings and shrubbery for maintaining an

attractive appearance

• Prune trees and trim hedges
• Mow and trim lawns and sports fields in order to keep them well

groomed

• Spray or dust chemicals on infected areas of plant life to ensure

healthy plants

• Adjust, maintain, and repair ground equipment and accessories
• Remove snow from sidewalks, parking lots, and driveways and spreads

ice melt to maintain safety of students, staff and visitors

• Collect and dispose of leaves and refuse
• Assist in preparation of game fields to ensure optimal playing

conditions

• Repair and maintain fence and playground equipment to ensure safety
• Follow district policies and safety regulations
• Assist with traffic control during busy times and/or large events
• Performs other duties as assigned in order to ensure a well

maintained clean, orderly, and safe environment

Successful Candidates

• ****Pass a background check****
• Are experienced in operating and maintaining light and heavy grounds

equipment

• Hold a chemical application certification (not required, but

preferred)

• Understand lawn and sports field care
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Have basic computer skills
• Work well with others
• Can lift heavy items and work in extreme weather
• Can spend 50% of their day sitting, 40% walking, and 10% standing

Time is spent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping,

kneeling, crouching, crawling, and using finger dexterity

• Maintain regular and acceptable attendance/punctuality working 40

hours per week

Whats In It For You

• Full-time hours, year round
• Competitive hourly pay rate with semi-monthly payroll
• Benefits including health coverage (subsidized), dental, vision,

life insurance and others

• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation days
• A positive and hardworking team experience