Seasonal (Spring & Summer) Groundskeeper Ass't
Young World Physical Education, Bushland, TX, United States
Seasonal (Spring & Summer) Groundskeeper Ass't
Job Details
Job ID:
5671793
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
May 18, 2026
Job Description
Primary Purpose
Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Valid Texas driver’s license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to operate power‑driven equipment
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Grounds 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 vegetation.
Assist 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.
Safety
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.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van.
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.
Position Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Support Staff > Maintenance
Job Requirements
Contact Information
John Merrell , Maintenance Director
District Wide
Phone: 806-359-6683
Email: john.merrell@bushlandisd.net
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Job Details
Job ID:
5671793
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
May 18, 2026
Job Description
Primary Purpose
Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Valid Texas driver’s license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to operate power‑driven equipment
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Grounds 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 vegetation.
Assist 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.
Safety
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.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Other
Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van.
Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.
Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel.
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.
Position Type
Full-Time
Job Categories
Support Staff > Maintenance
Job Requirements
Contact Information
John Merrell , Maintenance Director
District Wide
Phone: 806-359-6683
Email: john.merrell@bushlandisd.net
#J-18808-Ljbffr