Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Presidio Independent Sch Dist Central Office - Presidio, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Presidio Independent Sch Dist , and Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job : 5355750

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 28, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Maintenance Director

Date Revised: 08/28/2025

Dept./School: Maintenance

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.

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

Experience:

None

• 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.

• 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.

• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

None

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 district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff >
Maintenance

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Imelda Ruiz , Superintendent Secretary
• Central Office
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