Description Position Title: Groundskeeper Department: Operations Reports To: Facilities Manager FLSA Classification: Non-exempt FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100% Schedule of Duties: 12-Month Salary Range: $20.00-$32.00/ hour Position Purpose: To provide general outdoor facilities support for the Operations Department. Specific Expectations for Operations Staff: In addition to duties and essential job functions listed in job descriptions, the following responsibilities are expected of all employees in the Operations department: All staff are expected to maintain their school issued tools and equipment in good working order at all times All staff are expected to wear the appropriate uniform during their working hours All staff are expected to be available to work beyond the regular work schedule as directed and approved by their supervisor All staff are required to wear personal protective equipment for jobs requiring a certain level of protection All staff must complete training on all equipment used for their job function prior to using the equipment All staff are required to submit time-off requests two weeks prior to date(s) requested. All requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis according to business need All staff are required to coordinate job duty responsibilities with their manager prior to taking scheduled time off All staff are responsible for policing their assigned areas for hazards, cleanliness and maintenance and addressing as necessary or escalating it to the appropriate resolution channel All staff are required to notify their supervisor immediately if an unsafe condition is discovered or encountered All staff are required to work safely and in accordance with local, state and federal laws, industry standards and School directed safe practices All employees will be paid appropriately and according to current law. If staff are required to work outside of regular work schedule; non-exempt employees will receive overtime pay, as eligible Essential Functions Performs the maintenance and care for school grounds and turf in sports fields including but not limited to football, baseball and soccer fields Inspects flowers, shrubs, trees, lawns and turf for evidence of insects, fungi and other pests Coordinates with other staff who may assist in mowing or repair of sprinkler equipment Mows school grounds and athletic fields with hand and power mowers; prunes trees and trims hedges to promote growth and improve appearance. Applies fertilizers and weed control chemicals in compliance with law Maintains, repairs and connects sprinkling equipment and waters lawns, athletic fields, and flower beds Adjusts and repairs such equipment as lawnmowers, sprinklers, and lawn equipment Handles emergency situations that might occur Other duties as assigned by Facilities Manager Contribute positively to team, morale maintaining a positive, pleasant demeanor A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the Schools as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools and professional behavior based in it. Qualifications A minimum of three years of experience in a similar position, preferably at an independent school Must provide a copy of a valid CA Driver license upon request. Proficiency maintaining various types of landscaping and athletic fields Proven ability to work equally well as a team and individually Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality Must be available to work occasional overtime on evening and weekend events Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment. Conversant in Spanish preferred Ability to safely operate a golf cart in accordance with school policies and safety guidelines Physical Requirements and Work Environment Regularly operates a variety of power tools and equipment Regularly stoops, crawls, kneels, push, pulls and reach Ability to travel safely and comfortably across the 63 acre campus May climb ladders including to roof tops Be able to regularly manipulate up to 75 lbs. while using proper lifting/moving techniques Regularly uses close and distance vision Works in a wide variety of environments as found in all areas of the school