| Location | Garland, TX |
Job
Title:
Grounds
Fence/Playground
Exemption
Status:
Nonexempt
Reports
to:
Grounds
Supervisor
Date
Revised:
October
2026
Dept.
/School:
Grounds
Building
Services
Building
Trades
Pay
Grade :
MT02
Primary
Purpose:
Assist
in
maintaining
all
fence
and
playground
units
throughout
the
district
and
make
necessary
repairs.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification :
High
School
Diploma
or
equivalent
Current
certification
in
welding
preferred
Valid
Texas
driver's
license
with
good
driving
record/CDL
required
Experience:
Minimum
two
(2)
years
of
experience
in
fence
construction
and
maintenance,
in
playground
installation
and
maintenance,
and
in
types
of
ground
equipment
Some
experience
with
ARC
welding
preferred
Special
Knowledge/Skills:
Strong
background
in
fence
installation
and
repair
Prior
experience
in
commercial
playground
installation
and
repair
is
preferred
Knowledge
of
the
operation
of
Heavy
Equipment
Knowledge
of
the
operation
of
small
equipment
is
necessary
for
fence
repair
Ability
to
follow
directions
Ability
to
handle
high-volume,
fast-paced
workloads
Ability
to
get
along
with
others
Ability
to
complete
tasks
promptly
Major
Responsibilities
and
Duties:
1.
Install,
repair,
and
maintain
fencing
systems
on
school
grounds
and
district
properties,
including
chain
link,
wood,
vinyl,
and
ornamental
fencing.
2.
Assemble
and
install
playground
equipment
in
accordance
with
safety
regulations
and
manufacturer
specifications.
3.
Ensure
proper
site
preparation,
including
leveling
ground,
digging
post
holes,
and
setting
posts
in
concrete.
4.
Inspect
and
maintain
existing
playground
structures
and
fencing
to
ensure
they
meet
safety
standards
and
are
free
from
hazards.
5.
Operate
and
maintain
tools
and
equipment,
including
augers,
cement
mixers,
power
drills,
and
saws,
required
for
installations.
6.
Read
and
interpret
blueprints,
site
plans,
and
layout
drawings
to
ensure
accurate
installation
of
fencing
and
play
structures.
7.
Collaborate
with
project
managers
and
school
site
staff
to
coordinate
work
schedules
and
minimize
disruption
to
school
activities.
8.
Maintain
a
clean,
safe
work
environment
by
following
all
safety
protocols
and
procedures.
9.
Perform
minor
landscaping
tasks
such
as
sod
repair
or
grading
around
installed
structures.
10.
Report
material
needs,
equipment
issues,
or
safety
concerns
to
the
supervisor
promptly.
11.
Perform
all
other
duties
as
assigned.
Supervisory
Responsibilities:
None
Mental
Demands/Physical
Demands/Environmental
Factors
Tools/Equipment
Used:
Must
be
skilled
with
a
variety
of
lawn
and
garden
tools.
Posture:
Frequent
standing,
kneeling/squatting,
bending/stooping,
pushing/pulling,
and
twisting;
may
work
in
tiring
and
uncomfortable
positions
Motion:
Ability
to
climb
on
and
off
equipment
Lifting:
Frequently
lift
10
to
80
pounds
Environment:
Work
outside
and
inside,
on
slippery
or
uneven
walking
surfaces;
frequent
exposure
to
extreme
hot
and
cold
temperatures,
dust,
noise,
and
vibration;
exposure
to
chemical
and
electrical
hazards;
work
around
machinery
with
moving
parts;
regularly
work
irregular
hours;
occasional
prolonged
hours;
frequent
districtwide
travel
Mental
Demands:
Maintain
emotional
control
under
stress
This
document
describes
the
general
purpose
and
responsibilities
assigned
to
this
job.
It
is
not
an
exhaustive
list
of
all
responsibilities
and
duties
that
may
be
assigned
or
skills
that
may
be
required.
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by
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