Groundskeeper

GROUNDSKEEPER 40 Hours/Week 260 Day Contract Salary: $23.52-28.92/hr. Includes vacation and generous benefits package. PERS paid by District. QUESTIONS: Contact Dale Virden, Maintenance Supervisor #503-324-8591 GENERAL DUTIES Performs routine maintenance and groundskeeping duties and assists other maintenance personnel in the completion of work orders and assignments.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS High School Diploma or the equivalent One to three years of satisfactory employment in general maintenance, grounds and/or related skilled trade Experience in grounds keeping equipment maintenance, machine shop or mechanical repair The ability to understand and follow oral and written directions Hold a valid Oregon driver's license or may be required to obtain one within 6 months Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds Ability to work harmoniously with others JOB DESCRIPTION Performs grounds keeping duties in all seasons, operating a variety of power tools and equipment Mows and maintains lawns and fields using commercial equipment, Rakes and maintains leaves and cares for plants, flowers, trees and shrubs including pruning Maintains tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance Operates light gas powered automotive equipment Loads, delivers and unloads supplies and equipment Performs basic construction work in concrete, wood, metal and other applicable materials Assists other skilled maintenance workers performing plumbing, painting, electrical, carpentry, construction or repair work Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices and procedures of Grounds Maintenance Ability to work independently, following directions of supervisor Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment Other duties as assigned