SUMMARY To work in a partnership with students, staff, parents and the community in accordance with the district’s vision and mission to promote student achievement for children who have disabilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ● High School diploma or equivalent ● Must be 18 years of age or older ● Must pass a character reference check as well as state and community fingerprint screening ● May be required to submit to a drug test ● Must be in good physical health and be able to pass a physical examination ● Must know or be willing to learn to operate vacuum cleaners, carpet shampoo machine, and lawn equipment ● Must demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities and alternatives as specified by the supervisor ● Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: ● Keeps premises, including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean ● Cleans driveways, parking areas, and steps as appropriate ● Keeps the grounds free of rubbish ● Prepares seedling or transplanting beds by cultivating soil and adding fertilizer or chemicals, if needed. ● Plants seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings, and shrubbery so that resulting growth will produce an attractive appearance. ● Experiments with different varieties of lawn and flower seeds to determine those best suited to the soil. ● Prunes, trees and trims hedges to promote growth and improve appearance. ● Mows lawns with a hand or power mower. ● Connects sprinkling equipment and waters lawn and flowerbeds. ● Inspects flowers, shrubs, and trees for evidence of insects, fungi, and other pests and sprays or dusts. ● Adjusts and repairs such equipment as lawnmower, sprinklers, and hedge shears. ● Collects and disposes of leaves and refuse. ● Repair outdoor chairs and benches. ● Works on custodial jobs as assigned. ● Reports major repairs needed promptly to supervisor ● Performs other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor ● The school district reserves the right to amend this job description as needed
SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include Operating equipment used in skilled trades, power and hand tools, etc.; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; and planning and managing projects.
Position Type: Facilities - Nonexempt
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Salary Schedule: Classified
Location: Facilities
Governing Board Approved: October 1, 2024
KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes variety of skilled trades and safety
ABILITY is required to gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a wide variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines & schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant & sustained interruptions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. he usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 50% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: ● Work may be performed outdoors in various weather conditions. ● May require occasional evening or weekend work depending on school events or maintenance needs.
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities as defined by the supervisor. Non-Discrimination Policy: The Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Governing Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, and disability. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Governing Board does business.
Pay: $17.02 - $22.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
