SY Groundsman

SY 26-27 Groundsman GENERAL INFORMATION

Title:

Groundsman Department:
Grounds Salary Grade: B260
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt Site/

Location:

Maintenance

Reports to:

Assistant Director of Facilities Date: 04/16/2026 POSITION SUMMARY

• Maintains shrubs, flower beds, and lawns.
• Operates automotive and landscaping equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Assists with carpentry and repair of landscaping equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistor Director of Facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Perform manual labor work in the repair, maintenance and care of school grounds and related structures and equipment.
• Follow weekly and daily schedule of tasks to include, grass cutting, weed eating, shrubbery trimming and spreading of mulch.
• Uses equipment provided by LCS in an appropriate and safe manor: tractors, commercial riding and push mowers, weed trimmers, lawn and bed edges, chain saws and various hand tools in the performance of maintenance responsibilities.
• Drive and handle various light and medium weight trucks with trailers to: transport equipment, plow snow, spread salt and deliver bulk items various school locations.
• Perform routine repairs, maintenance and installation of school division playgrounds.
• Loads and unloads trucks, making deliveries to schools and other designated locations and disposes of surplus property and equipment.
• Removes debris, trash, surplus items and trash from school grounds.
• Work long or altered shifts in the performance of snow removal, LCS sponsored functions and or school or local emergencies.
• Perform basic routine maintenance and repairs to related grounds equipment.
• Must be able to work with minimum supervision and in a cooperative manner with: coworkers, supervisors, school administration and staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES Personal Competencies

• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality

Leadership Competencies

• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively

Functional Competencies

• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year of related grounds maintenance work experience.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be generally familiar and have knowledge of techniques and procedures used in the care of lawns, shrubs and trees.
• Must be familiar with and be able to handle and use typical commercial lawn care equipment.
• Must have a valid Virginia motor vehicle operator's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• A commitment to students and improving the facilities of Lynchburg City Schools.
• Designated as Essential Personnel. Employees must report to assigned job site during emergency situations including weather and building emergencies.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The Grounds Keeper I will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the principal or appropriate administrator. Lynchburg City Schools reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time.

SUPERVISORY

RESPONSIBILITY

• Follow directions from Grounds Foreman, Grounds Lead and Assistant Director of Facilities.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Daily travel between schools, LCS buildings and local areas, required.
• Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg, required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and weather conditions.

Must have sufficient strength and ability to manually lift, move, load and unload equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.

The physical demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel;

and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY:
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