Position: Skilled Trade 1/Grounds

Salary: $20.60-$25.00

Reports To: Director of Facilities and Safety Services

Schedule: 40 hours/week ( With rotating on call status ) 52 weeks/year

JOB SUMMARY: The Utility Maintenance/Groundskeeper has a variety of duties and tasks to perform in this job. This position requires the staff member to maintain all of the athletic fields and areas adjacent to them, during and after the season. At times you may be required to work with outside contractors or vendors in the upkeep of fields and facilities. You would be responsible for the grooming (mowing) and general upkeep of all athletic fields. You are responsible, as well as accountable, for the general maintenance of various pieces of equipment assigned to you.

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with grounds and athletic field maintenance including, but not limited to:

Mowing athletic fields and general grounds
Painting athletic field lines and logos for scheduled events
Aerating, fertilizing, and seeding as needed
Ensuring safe and playable field conditions
Operating and maintaining turf care and painting equipment.

2. Shall perform general maintenance on the following types of equipment:

Heating
Electrical
Air conditioning
Air changing
Plumbing fixtures and equipment
Cleaning equipment
Shall be capable of operating all maintenance department equipment.
Shall be responsible for carrying out assigned maintenance tasks in a reasonable amount of time.
Shall maintain records as directed by the Director of Facilities & Safety Services (computer work orders and inspections of mechanical equipment, etc.)
Shall keep the Director of Facilities & Safety Services informed of any equipment malfunctions or other impending problems that have the potential to hamper the normal operation of the school plant.
Maintain work truck
Proper fluid levels.
Wash as needed.
Keep the interior clean.
Keep service work areas clean and organized. Maintain an inventory of all tools used daily on the job. Keep all tools organized and in their proper case.
Perform weekend building checks as requested.
Remove snow from sidewalks/entrances in winter months as requested.
Empty trash barrels at high school lots and stadium complex. Also pick up trash along fences in the stadium complex.
Cleanliness and upkeep of the concession building, press boxes, and pole bars that are part of the stadium complex.
Shall help maintain Service Center work areas to be clean and organized. This includes storage areas upstairs.
Check the work order system daily and complete work orders in a timely manner.
Provide superior customer service.
Represent Charlotte Public Schools in a positive manner at all times.
Shall perform other duties assigned.

Requirements:

Must be able to read literature relating to maintenance operations.
Must be able to express maintenance related ideas clearly both orally and in writing.
Must have basic knowledge and competency in construction trades and equipment operation.
Must be able to read blueprints.
Must have and keep a valid driver’s license.
Must be punctual and reliable.

Candidates who possess a combination of relevant education and work experience are encouraged to apply. We value diverse perspectives and backgrounds, and we believe that a candidate's skills and capabilities are more important than the specific path they took to acquire them.

Join us and become a valued member of our team, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on our district's success. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Apply now to be part of our exciting journey!

To Apply please go to Charlotteorioles.com

Charlotte Public Schools complies with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and with all regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. It is the policy of Charlotte Board of Education that no person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, or handicap shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible.

Skilled Trade 1-Grounds