Job Details
| Region: | 13 |
| School District/Employer: | La Grange ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
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| Job Title: | Grounds Maintenance Worker |
| School: | La Grange ISD |
| Campus Description: | Maintenace Department |
| Date Posted: | 11/21/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic and practice fields. *Please note this role is an essential worker and reports to work on days school may not be in session due to weather or any other unforeseen event to ensure student and facility safety. |
| Qualifications: | QUALIFICATIONS - Education/Certification: Valid Texas driver’s license High School Diploma Texas Pesticide Applicator License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire) Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions Ability to communicate effectively Ability to operate power-driven equipment Ability to work independently Exhibit basic computer skills - email and electronic work orders Experience: 1-3 years experience in Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping RESPONSIBILITIES Grounds and Landscaping Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic and practice fields. Follow scheduled maintenance plans to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds. Plant shrubs, trees and vegetation. Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games or events. Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities. Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems. Safety Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor. Help keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition. Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed. Assist ground maintenance as needed. Assist setting up for events in the district. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. All staff must download and utilize the school safety alert app on their personal phone. Other Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district. |
| Salary Range: | Auxiliary Pay Grade 2 |
| Benefits: | LGISD Benefits Package includes a $10,000 Life Insurance Policy and a no-cost health insurance option (value $445 / month). |
| How To Apply: | Interested persons may apply by submitting an application located on the La Grange ISD website at www.lgisd.net, Human Resources/Job Opportunities. Applicants are encouraged to include attachments such as resumes, letters of interest, transcripts, licenses, etc... to their application. This posting is for the 2024-2025 school year. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Sharon Muzny |
| Email: | sharon.muzny@lgisd.net |
| Address: | P.O. Box 100, 560 N. Monroe |
| City: | La Grange |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 78945 |
| Phone: | (979) 968-7000 |
| Fax: | (979) 968-8155 |