About this opportunity
Hempstead ISD lists this Operations: Lawn Technician opportunity in hempstead, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Grounds Worker / GroundskeeperMaintain safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing landscaping and athletic areas across district properties.Key ResponsibilitiesLawn and Turf Care: Mow, edge, and trim lawns, curbs, and sidewalks. Fertilize, aerate, seed, and control weeds across district property.Landscaping: Plant, prune, and care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and flower beds. Mulch planting beds and clear leaves or debris.Athletic Field Maintenance: Prepare athletic fields for games by mowing, dragging, chalking lines, and painting stripes.Grounds Upkeep: Empty outdoor trash cans, pick up litter from grounds and parking lots, and pressure wash concrete surfaces.Irrigation and Repairs: Inspect, clean, and perform minor repairs on sprinkler systems and drainage areas.Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and light repairs on mowers, tractors, weed eaters, and hand tools.Safety and Compliance: Follow strict OSHA and district safety protocols when operating power machinery or handling fertilizers and herbicides. Report unsafe conditions or playground hazards immediately.QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or GED preferred, or basic reading and writing skills.Experience: Prior experience in commercial groundskeeping, landscaping, or operating small engine power equipment.Licenses: Valid driver's license (often a state driver's license is required to drive district trucks/trailers).Physical Demands: Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain), walk or stand for long hours, and regularly lift/carry equipment weighing 45 to 50 pounds or more.
Worksite address
hempstead, TX, 77445, US
Who can apply
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