Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Facilities/Maintenance Operations at Lucia Mar Unified School District Share on X      Print Application Deadline

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Date Posted 7/24/2025 Contact Linda Stewart
805-474-3000 1193 Number of Openings 1 Salary Add'l Salary Info Range 21-22 - $3,670 to $5,242 monthly rate Length of Work Year 12 months (260 days), Tuesday - Saturday, 8 hours/day, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary

Under general supervision, to perform general and varied groundskeeping and maintenance work.

Job Description / Essential Elements:    Print    DATE: January 10, 1995 TITLE: GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER I SALARY RANGE: 21 JOB SUMMARY Under general supervision, to perform general and varied groundskeeping and maintenance work. QUALIFICATIONS a. Required: 1. High school graduation or its equivalent. 2. Possession of a valid California driver's license and qualify for insurability by the district's authorized insurance carrier. 3. Knowledge of proper use, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in grounds maintenance and general utility work; operation, and use of a variety of hand tools and power driven equipment commonly used in grounds maintenance work; appropriate safety precautions and procedures. 4. Ability to perform general grounds maintenance work; use or learn to use hand and power driven tools common to groundskeeping and maintenance work; perform simple servicing and adjustment to grounds equipment; perform work using appropriate safety precautions and procedures; understand and carry out oral and written directions; establish and maintain effective relationships; work off the ground using ladders, scaffolds and/or mechanical lifts; work out-of-doors during inclement weather; mix and apply pesticides and weed abatement chemicals. b. Desirable: 1. One (1) year of experience in general groundskeeping, gardening, maintenance or general labor work. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Operate hand and small riding power mowers, edgers and sweepers. 2. Edge around walks, plant beds, fences and related grounds areas. 3. Trim and prune shrubs, hedges and trees. 4. Use hand tools to remove weeds from school grounds, landscaped areas and athletic fields. 5. Drive light truck. 6. Load truck with debris and material. 7. Sweep and blow asphalt areas. 8. Prepare, cultivate and fertilize bedding and lawn areas. 9. Pick up refuse. 10. Plant trees, shrubs, flowers and grass. 11. Assist in the preparation, lining, marking, and dragging of athletic fields, tracks or related areas. 12. Haul sand, dirt, sawdust, and straw and distribute where needed. 13. Haul materials and distribute where needed. 14. Apply low-toxic insecticides. 15. Service and make minor repairs to equipment. 16. Move and arrange bleachers and equipment used for special events or for reassignment. 17. Assist in installation and repair of fences. 18. Install and repair playground equipment. 19. Perform other duties as required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 100 pounds occasionally. 2. Physical dexterity in limbs and digits to operate hand and power driven tools and equipment used in grounds/maintenance work. 3. Ability to bend and twist, kneel and stoop. 4. Ability to work off the ground using ladders, scaffolds and/or mechanical lifts without losing balance. 5. Ability to work around plants, shrubs and ground covers without allergic reactions. 6. Ability to see and read with or without vision aids. 7. Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels. NOTE: This list of essential functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary in accordance with the requirements of the job. SUPERVISION The Grounds Maintenance Worker I is under the direct supervision of the Supervisor of Maintenance and Grounds and the general supervision of the Director, MOTF. jobdes/grndsi.mst Requirements / Qualifications

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A resume, cover letter and letters of reference may be attached (Optional)

If you are not allowed to account for 7 years of experience on the application, please attach a resume.

Comments and Other Information Proof of graduation from high school or GED is REQUIRED for employment. A valid California driver's license is required for this position. Comments and Other Information
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