Groundskeeper

Eugene OR

Description

This is a limited duration, full-time 1 FTE/8 hours per day position lasting through the end of September, 2021. Multiple vacancies available. In order to support students and families, the essential functions of this position will require physical presence in the workplace. All public health protocols will be followed. Performs general gardening and outdoor maintenance work for District properties, seasonally or according to weather conditions. Essential Functions: Operate tractor mower to mow lawns, fence lines, athletic fields, and other areas of school grounds on established schedule during the growing season (March to October). Operate hand tools, gas powered, pull-cord and push mowers and weed eater to weed and edge lawns and shrub beds. Perform seasonal grounds maintenance tasks, such as pruning or removing shrubs and trees; blowing leaves; raking, piling and picking up debris; and loading into dump trucks. Perform preventive maintenance by inspecting equipment and tools for leaks, flat tires, adequate fluid levels, bent or broken steel; changing oil and filters, rotary blades, greasing machinery; and making minor repairs or routing equipment for extensive repairs. Inform supervisor when equipment must be replaced. Water and fertilize lawns as assigned. Demonstrate equipment use to other operators, as requested. Mark athletic fields with designated chalk lines. Assist in moving athletic equipment, tables, chairs, or other furniture. Assist in landscaping projects; drive dump truck to deliver and spread bark and wood shavings for shrub beds and playgrounds. May work on a crew laying down asphalt or sod. Maintains regular and prompt attendance. Performs other related duties as assigned. Knowledge of groundskeeping practices and methods. Ability to operate or learn to operate riding mower, gas, electric and hand gardening tools, leaf blower, and related equipment. Ability to maintain and make minor repairs to machinery and equipment. Ability to receive multiple assignments and work independently for extended periods of time. Physical ability to perform the requirement of the job. Experience differentiating practices for diverse populations. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations. Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping or a related field. Possession of a valid State of Oregon driver's license. Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred. To view the complete job description visit: Complete application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or processed, there are no exceptions. We do not accept walk-in, faxed, or applications via mail. All applications must be submitted using the GovermentJobs website. It is your responsibility to submit a complete application. Submitting an application does not guarantee any candidate an interview. Candidates are interviewed by appointment only. If you apply to more than one job, an application is required for EACH job posting. ALL required documentation must be scanned and attached in order to submit an online application. Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee. An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer The Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at (541) 790-7670. It is the District's policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility: Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension. Disabled Veterans: A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215). For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted to the District at the time of application submission.