Groundskeeper Lead

Job Details: Job Location: Village Christian School

• Sun Valley, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $22.00 - $26.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Skilled Labor
• Trades, General Responsibilities The Groundskeeper Lead reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities and supervises the Grounds staff while performing regular groundskeeping duties. This position is responsible for maintaining the safety and appearance of campus lawns, landscaped areas, planters, and irrigation systems. Specific Responsibilities Oversees, schedules, and assigns daily work to the Grounds staff Trains staff in the safe and proper use of groundskeeping equipment Mows and edges lawns; trims shrubs; pulls weeds; and maintains landscaped areas and planters Maintains and performs minor repairs to irrigation systems Keeps gutters, downspouts, drain grates, and outdoor areas clear of debris Ensures staff use appropriate personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures Assists with campus event setups, tear-downs, and other Facilities projects Reports maintenance and safety concerns to the Assistant Director of Facilities Performs other duties as assigned Physical Demands and Work Environment The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. The position regularly requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders and stairs, and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds. Work is primarily performed outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Village Christian School seeks to hire employees with a vibrant Christian faith. Successful candidates will: Exemplify Christian character, cooperation, and integrity Have previous groundskeeping or landscaping experience; lead or supervisory experience preferred Have working knowledge of landscaping equipment, irrigation systems, and grounds-maintenance practices Be able to lead, train, and work cooperatively with Grounds staff Possess a valid California driver’s license and be able to operate campus vehicles Be available to work occasional overtime and weekends as needed Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and school policies This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week, 12-month position.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Facilities. Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws applicable to Christian school employers.

Applicants who need an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact Human Resources to discuss reasonable accommodation.