Relief Groundsperson 1 - 40 Hours

TITLE: Relief Groundsperson 1 - 40 Hours

DEPARTMENT: Facility Services

REPORTS TO: General Manager, Facility Services

WAGE:  $29.02 hourly wage effective July 1, 2024

SUMMARY:

Under general direction the Grounds Person is responsible for the maintenance, repair and general upkeep of grounds. The Grounds Person works cooperatively with other employees, students and the public.

DUTIES:

• Operate equipment, vehicles, trucks, and/or in combination with trailer units.
• Installs and/or maintains playfield and playground equipment such as goal posts, basketball hoops and swings, occasionally using simple site plans and working drawings.
• Shovel soil, snow, collecting litter and emptying garbage containers.
• Turf grass and irrigation maintenance.
• Assists with installation of blacktop and concrete on small projects.
• Directs, advises or assists other employees as appropriate.
• May be required to train other employees in the operation of specific equipment as directed.
• Orders material and supplies as required.
• Reports work completed including time and materials used.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment including equipment and vehicles.
• Routine inspections of school and district equipment.
• Performs other maintenance related or emergent duties.

• Completion Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Training in the operation of grounds equipment.
• Minimum of two years related experience.
• A valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information
• General knowledge of Turf Grass and Irrigation maintenance.
• Competent in the use and care of tools and equipment common to this work.
• Ability to plan and schedule work and organize the workload effectively.
• Ability to use courtesy and tact in the explanation of and discussion of information in contact with students, suppliers and other staff.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.
• Physical capabilities to perform the job duties.
• Basic computer skills.

Hand tools, air tools, power tools, ladder, mower, sweeper, blade sharpener, and other ground person's equipment.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Sufficient vision to perform duties of a groundsperson.
• Fundamental ability to use the tools and equipment of the trade.
• Physical strength required to do heavy manual work in all weather conditions.

HOW TO APPLY:

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