Groundskeeper, Sr. jobs in Charleston, SC

JOB PURPOSE

Under close supervision, performs unskilled to skilled work in one or more building trades to maintain and repair District schools and other facilities. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Groundskeeper Supervisor and Director of Buildings and Grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of unskilled to skilled work in one or more building trades to maintain and repair District schools and other facilities.

Performs grounds maintenance activities, including but not limited to mowing grass, installing landscape materials, trimming / pruning trees and shrubbery, removing weeds, removing trash and debris, raking, edging sidewalks, etc.

Inspects general condition of buildings for safety purposes; notifies supervisor of maintenance and repair needs.

Requests and picks up supplies and materials as needed.

Assists other groundskeepers and trades workers with assignments as required, which may include minor electrical, plumbing and/or carpentry work.

Assists in completing capital construction / renovation projects as needed.

Loads, transports, unloads and delivers equipment, materials and tools to District work sites as necessary.

Moves furniture and other heavy objects; sets up for meetings and special events as requested.

Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles, tools and equipment.

Maintains accurate and complete records of work completed and materials used.

Maintains a clean and orderly shop area.

Performs all duties in compliance with District and department policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.

Receives and responds to concerns, complaints and inquiries in areas of responsibility.

May operate a pickup truck, forklift, man lift, and a variety of equipment such as ladders, electrician’s tools, mechanic’s tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, painting tools, etc.; uses hardware, spare parts, building materials and other maintenance supplies.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers facility supervisors, District / school administrators and staff, vendors and service providers, and the general public.

Attends training, meetings, workshops, etc., as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

Repairs potholes in pavement as needed.

Dismantles structures and fixtures as requested.

Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training supplemented by one to two years of related facility maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Colleton County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Internal applicants must complete the internal application online and submit a cover letter and resume to the Office of Human Resources.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

JOB PURPOSE

Under close supervision, performs unskilled to skilled work in one or more building trades to maintain and repair District schools and other facilities. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Groundskeeper Supervisor and Director of Buildings and Grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of unskilled to skilled work in one or more building trades to maintain and repair District schools and other facilities.

Performs grounds maintenance activities, including but not limited to mowing grass, installing landscape materials, trimming / pruning trees and shrubbery, removing weeds, removing trash and debris, raking, edging sidewalks, etc.

Inspects general condition of buildings for safety purposes; notifies supervisor of maintenance and repair needs.

Requests and picks up supplies and materials as needed.

Assists other groundskeepers and trades workers with assignments as required, which may include minor electrical, plumbing and/or carpentry work.

Assists in completing capital construction / renovation projects as needed.

Loads, transports, unloads and delivers equipment, materials and tools to District work sites as necessary.

Moves furniture and other heavy objects; sets up for meetings and special events as requested.

Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles, tools and equipment.

Maintains accurate and complete records of work completed and materials used.

Maintains a clean and orderly shop area.

Performs all duties in compliance with District and department policies, procedures and standards of quality and safety.

Receives and responds to concerns, complaints and inquiries in areas of responsibility.

May operate a pickup truck, forklift, man lift, and a variety of equipment such as ladders, electrician’s tools, mechanic’s tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, painting tools, etc.; uses hardware, spare parts, building materials and other maintenance supplies.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers facility supervisors, District / school administrators and staff, vendors and service providers, and the general public.

Attends training, meetings, workshops, etc., as necessary to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.

Repairs potholes in pavement as needed.

Dismantles structures and fixtures as requested.

Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Requires high school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training supplemented by one to two years of related facility maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The Colleton County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Internal applicants must complete the internal application online and submit a cover letter and resume to the Office of Human Resources.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.