Grounds Person II

Under the general direction of the Supervisor - Maintenance, the Grounds Person II 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; performs a variety of special grounds maintenance operations.

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.

• Analyzes plans, blueprints, sketches, etc. to determine the efficient installation of new or upgraded grounds improvement
  
  projects.
• Assists in the application of herbicides and pesticides to control insects and weeds in accordance with established
  
  procedures.
• Attends unit meetings,
  
  in-service training, and workshops, such as
  
  safety
  
  meetings to gather information required to perform job
  
  functions.
• Cleans landscaped areas and related items (e.g.,
  
  storm drains,
  
  fields, litter) to prevent flooding and remove
  
  hazards.
• Installs small sections of concrete to maintain safe grounds.
• Maintains job related grounds keeping equipment including push and/or walk-type mowers and tools; makes minor repairs/services as necessary to ensure the availability of equipment in a safe operating
  
  condition.
• Operate large gang reel mowers, zero turn mowers and other motorized equipment in the maintenance of District landscaped areas.
• Performs basic grounds maintenance including using riding and push mowers, pruning, trimming trees and bushes, and leaf blowing to maintain a safe, attractive environment.
• Plants a variety of landscaping materials (e.g.,
  
  lawns, trees, shrubbery, flowers) to
  
  keep the grounds attractive and protect against
  
  erosion.
• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g.,
  
  fertilizes soil, courtyards, flower beds, chalk fields,
  
  paint stripping) 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
  
  provide written support and/or convey
  
  information.
• Repairs and/or installs irrigation systems and components (e.g.,
  
  valves, wiring, timers, switches) to ensure equipment and/or components are in proper working
  
  order.
• 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 take appropriate action or notify appropriate personnel for
  
  resolution.
• Transports a variety of tools, equipment, supplies, etc. to
  
  ensure the availability of materials required at job
  
  site.
• Oversees substitute workers to ensure work is being performed efficiently and safely.
• 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Basic math
  
  
• Methods of preparing and maintaining various plants, shrubs, lawns, etc.
• Grounds maintenance equipment, practices, procedures, and safety practices
• Irrigation system principles and practices
  
  
• Blueprint reading
• Pesticide and herbicide use
• Oral communication principles and practices
  
  

Skills and Abilities to:

• 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

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services.

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

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High School diploma or equivalency.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Two (2) years of full-time paid experience in yards, landscaping, grounds, and gardening maintenance.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Valid, current Class C California Driver's License to drive district vehicles.

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the District's 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 District's provider at District's expense
  • Enrollment in the Department of Motor Vehicles employer Pull Notice Program and submission of a current DMV driving record printout with n six months of employment

SALARY SCHEDULE:

Classified Salary Range: 25

Work Calendar: 261 Days

Work Hours: 6:00 am - 3:00 pm (8 hours/day)

Work Location: Maintenance & Operations Department - Roving

*Materials Required:*

1. Completed application

2. Proof of High School Diploma or Equivalency (copy of official transcript OR copy of diploma is acceptable)

3. Resume

*PC RULES 5.2.1.2 -5.2.1.2 - In-house employees will have first consideration for the position. If sufficient candidates are not available to complete the three ranks, the Personnel Commission will move to include outside candidates.

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review will be invited to the examination process.

The examination process will include a competency assessment (50% weight). Those achieving a passing score on the competency assessment will be invited to the qualification appraisal interview (50% weight). Those candidates achieving a passing overall score of 70% out of 100% on both assessments will be placed on the Eligibility List, and the top three (3) ranks will be forwarded to the hiring authority for final interview and selection. The Eligibility List is valid for one (1) year from the certified date. This Eligibility list will be used to fill future Grounds Person II openings.

INITIAL TESTING TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED AS FOLLOWS:

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT: AUGUST 28, 2025

QUALIFICATION APPRAISAL INTERVIEW: SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

The examination process dates are subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the address listed on your application.

PASSING THE EXAMINATION AND BEING PLACED ON THE ELIGIBILITY LIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE AN OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT

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 HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. The experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. The examination process/examination date is subject to change as needs dictate. All communication regarding this process will be delivered via email to the email address listed on your application.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Personnel Specialist Alejandra Venegas-Chaves at (559) 675-4500 Ext 294 or email alejandravenegaschav@maderausd.org.

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 on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request, including an explanation as to 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 person's actual or perceived race, religious 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

Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services

1820 Howard Road, Madera, CA 93637

559-416-5826

Closing Date/Time: Fri, 15 Aug 2025

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• Madera Unified School District - Personnel Commission

• (559) 675-4500 Ext. 295

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