SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs entry-level work in caring for grounds or 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 and overtime.
• Maintains and cares for grounds keeping tools, supplies and ground equipment.
• Performs various gardening activities.
• Works under close supervision with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• May assist in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, auto repair and maintenance.
• May perform vehicle oil changes, lubes, inspections, cleaning and washing.
• Must be able to perform on call duties.
• May repair, stripe, and/or perform preventative maintenance on parking lots, roads and sidewalks within the grounds.
• May perform custodial work, assisting in cleaning buildings and moving furniture.
• Performs related work as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Completion of high school is generally preferred.  Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
• Experience in grounds keeping and maintenance work.
• Required to possess a valid Class C Drivers License issued by the State of Texas, and proof of insurance.
• Ability to perform on call duties.
• 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, hedge trimmers, self-propelled sweeper/vacuums, and paint striping machines.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of parking lots.
• Ability to maintain and care for hand and power tools and equipment used in grounds keeping and gardening.