Grounds Specialist - 25 / 26 SY

Description : The Grounds Specialist is the third level in a four level series. Incumbents are responsible for performing skilled grounds maintenance activities.

Job Summary : Duties include organizing and coordinating grounds crews; determining assignments; inspecting sprinkler systems including checking settings, valves and heads; operating heavy equipment used in field maintenance construction; performing safety checks on playground equipment; inspecting grounds equipment and tools; operating larege field mowers; evaluating the condition of turf areas, plants, trees and planter areas; and, performing the duties of the Groundkeeper.

Qualifications : High School Diploma or GED and three years of grounds maintenance experience including commercial sprinkler and irrigation system experience is required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the the job.

Must hold a valid AZ Commercial Driver's License; AZ Structural Pest Control License in Herbicides and / or Pesticides within 90 days of hire.

Valid IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

Complete Job Description : Grounds Specialist

Employment Information : 25 / 26 school year; 40 hours a week; 260 days per year.

Salary Information : B22 $20.81 / hr entry level (Benefits, ACA and Vacation time)