TEMPORARY HELP POOL Grounds Person I

Under the general direction of the Supervisor Maintenance the Grounds Person I provides grounds maintenance services and operations at assigned site/s including assisting in preparations for assemblies events and recreational activities; ensures attractive and safe grounds area/s and athletic fields protecting against erosion. The incumbents in this classification provide the school community with pleasant school grounds which directly supports student learning and achievement.

The following alphabetical list of functions duties and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions duties and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Attends unit meetingsin-servicetraining workshops etc.( meetings)togatherinformation.
• Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g. storm drains fields litter) to prevent flooding and remove hazards.
• Maintains and cleans push and/or walk-type mowers and all other landscaping machinery tools and equipment; makes minor repairs/services as necessary.
• Operates large gang reel mowers zero turn mowers and other motorized equipment in the maintenance of District landscaped areas.
• Performs basic grounds maintenance (e.g. mowing pruning trimming leaf blowing) to maintain a safe attractive environment.
• Plants a variety of landscaping materials (e.g. lawns shrubbery flowers trees) to keep the grounds attractive and protect against erosion.
• Performs minor irrigation system repairs (e.g. sprinkler heads drip lines) to maintain performance of water lines.
• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. fertilizes soil courtyards flower beds) to provide adequate attractive and safe areas for assemblies recreational activities and/or athletic events.
• Prepares routine documents (e.g. work orders materials forms) to communicate information to other parties.
• Requests materials supplies and equipment and/or support personnel to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage vandalism alarms) to taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Sprays premixed or premeasured herbicides using a pump up sprayer as related to current assignment.
• Transports a variety of tools equipment supplies etc. to ensure the availability of materials required at job site.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District including various mandatory District trainings.

• Basic math
• Methods of preparing and maintaining various plants shrubs lawns etc.
• Grounds maintenance equipment practices procedures and safety practices
• Oral communication principles and practices

• Operate equipment used in grounds maintenance including tractors weed whips mowers hand and power tools
• Operate equipment safely
• Understand and follow complex multi-step written and oral instructions
• Have flexibility to work with others in a variety of situations
• Solve problems including with equipment effectively
• Meet deadlines and schedules
• Work under time constraints
• Communicate with diverse groups

(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed above.)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School diploma or equivalency.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
One (1) year of experience in yard landscaping or garden maintenance.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Valid current California Class C Drivers License for driving district vehicles.

• Pass the Districts applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After offer of employment obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
• Pre-employment physical exam C through Districts provider at Districts expense
• Enrollment in the Department of Motor Vehicles employer Pull Notice Program and submission of a current DMV driving record printout within six months of employment

*Materials Required:*
1. Completed application
2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency (copy of official transcript OR copy of diploma is acceptable)

The examination process will include screening to ensure that complete applications meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applications once the application has been submitted.

Those candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have the opportunity to interview with the hiring authority.Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review and interview will be placed on the Substitute list.

To move forward in the selection process you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:ONCE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application please include ALLcurrent and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALLfields including the name and contact information of your supervisors. Experience included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

The applicant must submit all required documents. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment processplease contact Personnel Technician Cynthia Chavira at Ext 296 or email

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated in the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the persons actual or perceived race religion creed color national origin ancestry age marital status pregnancy physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information veteran status gender gender identity gender expression sex or sexual orientation.The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator.

Prince Marshall

Assistant Superintendent of Student & Family Support Services

1820 Howard Road Madera CA 93637