Maintenance - Groundskeeper

Position Type:Facilities/Custodial/FacilitiesDate Posted:1/12/2026Location:District WideDate Available:01/26/2026Primary Purpose:Shall accomplish various and numerous assigned task necessary for the appearance, maintenance and repair of improved grounds, security and overall upkeep of grounds at campuses and other AISD assigned areas.Qualifications:Education/Certification:High School Diploma/GED preferred.Clear and valid Texas driver licenseSPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions.Ability to communicate effectively.Ability to operate power-driven equipment.Self-starter, high initiativeProfessional attitude at all times and present a helpful attitude to others.Grounds experience needed.Major Responsibilities and Duties:Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping:Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.Plant shrubs and vegetationAssist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.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 work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.Maintain fenced enclosures on campuses and assigned areas.Assist in re-striping of parking lots and curbs using brush or motor driven painting equipment.Accomplish minor landscaping, tree trimming, stump removal, etc.Pick-up and delivery of supplies and materials pertinent to grounds maintenance and other craft areasAssist in other craft areas when necessary, in a spirit of teamwork and corporationOperate vehicles, tractor and motor-driven push and riding mowers.Perform all other duties as assigned by Grounds Lead Person and/or supervisor.Use care when working around existing gas, water and electric utility systems. Immediately report to your supervisor and the Maintenance Office any damage done to utility components.Miscellaneous:Tools/Equipment Used:Garden toolsSmall hand toolsPower toolsHeavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower.Light truck or vanWorking Conditions:Work with frequent interruptionsFrequent standing, walking and sitting for prolonged periods of time.Assembling and moving ladders, scaffolding, trailers, compressors, etc.Lifting and carrying up to 75 poundsMay be required to wear a respirator and pass appropriate pulmonary physical.Exposure to noise and communicable diseasesExtreme cold/heatExposure to wet and humid conditionsWork in confined spacesExposure to legal limits of pesticides and herbicidesExposure to odors and gasesTolerate exposure to grasses and other outside environments.Wage/Hour Status: HourlyPay Grade: Auxiliary - 2The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.The foregoing statements describe the general role and responsibilities assigned to this job. I understand this is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned; other duties may be assigned as needed.Attachment(s):Maintenance - Groundskeeper.pdf