About this opportunity
Dougherty County School System lists this Groundskeeper opportunity in albany, Georgia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GroundskeeperThe Groundskeeper will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of outdoor spaces, ensuring they are clean, safe, and visually appealing.Minimum qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent; considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, equipment, and tools of grounds care and landscaping maintenance required; two years of experience in grounds care and landscaping maintenance; such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.Skills and abilities: Physically able to perform standard tasks of the trade; must have a valid Georgia Driver's License and a good driving record; ability to read work orders, basic operating instructions, and chemical mixing instructions.Performance responsibilities: Operates vehicles and/or power equipment such as push mowers, zero-turn mowers, tractors, front end loaders, twin axle vehicles, chain saws, hedge clippers, pruning saws, weed eaters, edgers, and backpack blowers for performing grounds care and landscaping maintenance; uses hand tools such as post hole diggers, rakes, shovels, and axes; mows school and administrative building campuses; trims tree limbs, shrubbery, vines on fences and structures; prepares ground for planting and plants grass, flowers, bulbs, shrubs, and trees to produce attractive grounds; cultivates, fertilizes, prunes, and performs other related duties in the care and maintenance of shrubs and trees throughout the site; collects and disposes of leaves, limbs, and other debris from grounds. Clears storm drains and traps of debris; applies insecticides by use of sprayer as directed and by adhering to necessary safety precautions; maintains all tools and equipment assigned in a secure, clean, and orderly manner; responsible for maintaining the required uniform and ensuring a professional appearance and attitude at all times; performs other tasks as assigned by Supervisor.Reports to: Maintenance Services SupervisorSalary range: Competitive salary and excellent benefits package, in accordance with the DCSS Compensation GuideApplication deadline: Review of applicants will begin on May 6, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Worksite address
albany, GA, 31701, US
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