SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES 
Performs entry-level work in caring for grounds and public buildings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Maintains the appearance of grounds:
  • Mows and trims grass. Trims, waters, removes and plants trees and shrubs.   Controls the advent of ant beds.
  • Cares for lawns, shrubbery, trees and flowerbeds using standard tools and equipment.
  • Removes dirt, rubbish and refuse from grounds.
• Drives trucks and hauls materials, supplies, and dirt and/or office furniture.
• Works special events, i.e. parking, loading, etc. – may include weekends
• Maintains and cares for grounds keeping tools, supplies and equipment.
• Performs various gardening activities.
• Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• May perform vehicle oil changes, lubes, inspections, cleaning and washing.
• May repair, stripe, and/or perform preventative maintenance on parking lots, roads and sidewalks within the grounds.
• Performs related work as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED 

• Enrolled or completion of high school is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Required to possess a valid Class C Driver’s License issued by the State of Texas, and proof of insurance.
• Knowledge of the planting and care of trees, shrubbery, flowers, and grass.
• Skill in the use of grounds keeping hand tools and equipment.
• Skill in the operation of motorized and gas operated equipment such as tractors, mowers, edgers, chain saws and hedge trimmers.
• Ability to maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds keeping and gardening.