POSITION TITLE:  Maintenance - Grounds 

HOURS OF WORK: 8 Hour Daily/247 Calendar Days Yearly 

STATUS: Classified – Non-Exempt, Full Time 

POSITION SUMMARY:   

This position is responsible for providing grounds maintenance services at assigned site. 

This position is expected to ensure athletic fields and safe grounds areas are protected and well-kept utilizing a variety of special grounds maintenance operations. 

This position is part of the maintenance team and reports to the grounds supervisor. 

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Assists in the application of pesticides to control insects and weeds. 

• Attends, in-service training, unit meetings, and workshops. 

• Cleans landscaped areas for the purpose of preventing flooding and removing hazards. 

• Constructs landscape features by adapting or modifying facilities to specific needs. 

• Maintains grounds equipment ensuring safe operating condition. 

• Operates heavy equipment for the maintenance of grounds. 

• Plants landscaping materials keeping grounds attractive and protecting against erosion. 

• Removes snow from parking lots and sidewalks ensuring safety for vehicles and people. 

• Responds to immediate operational and/or safety concerns by taking appropriate action. 

• Requests and transports equipment, supplies, and tools for job sites. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• ​​High school diploma or equivalent combined with on-the-job/technical training required.​ 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  

• Demonstrate understanding of verbal and written communication and ability to speak and write at a level sufficient to perform the duties of the job.   

• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously. 

• High degree of motivation, responsibility, and confidentiality. 

• Demonstrated ability in compiling, organizing, and analyzing data. 

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment 

• Highly collaborative team player. 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.). 

• Firm adherence to safety practices. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

This position requires the performance of heavy work which may include exerting up to 100 pounds of force, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The position involves all environmental working conditions which include but not limited to extreme cold/heat, close quarters, hazards, loud noises, and vibration. The position also requires frequent balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, talking, and walking. The position also requires occasional fingering and repetitive motion.  

IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. This document describes the position currently available. Olathe Public Schools reserves the right to modify job duties and/or job descriptions at any time. 

The Olathe Public Schools prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws. 

REQUIRED TESTING:  Background check, POET, TB Test/physical