Grounds Assistant (Summer Only Positions)

Academy School District 20

Colorado Springs, CO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Auditory, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Diversity, Driver's License, Groundskeeping, High School Diploma, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Internet Application, Interpersonal Skills, Keyboards, Landscaping, Lift/Move 20 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Multitasking, Performance Analysis, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Team Player, Test Requirements, Time Management
LOCATION
Colorado Springs, CO
POSTED
1 day ago

OverviewLocation: Facilities ManagementRecruiting Start Date: 04/16/2026. This posting will be open at least five (5) days after the recruiting start date.Target Hire Date: 05/13/2026This Grounds Assistant vacancy is to hire for 6 Temporary Seasonal positions. Approximate dates are mid-May through mid-August.Position is not open to current Academy District 20 260-day employeesPosition does not offer BenefitsRequired minimum age is 18 yearsPay is $21.11 per hourResponsibilitiesResponsible for various grounds maintenance and repair functions relating to landscaping and operation of equipment at various District sites.Develops and promotes good community relations among various community school stakeholders.Incumbent must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements; subject to random drug and alcohol testing, including reasonable suspicion.Reports consistently for work as scheduledPerforms other duties as assignedAttains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance StandardsKeeps buildings and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, athletic, and play areas neat and clean at all timesMows lawns and trims and edges around landscapingCleans out drainage ditches and/or culvertsOperates machinery and equipment including power mowers and weed trimmersKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesAbility to be flexible and patient in work demandsAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesAbility to operate and care for mechanized equipmentAbility to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilitiesAbility to work independently on assignments without supervisionAbility to work well with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professionsCommitment to the education of students as a primary responsibilityDemonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a team settingDemonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthinessDemonstrates effective organizational and time management skillsDetail-orientedEnergetic, creative, innovative, flexibleExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsKnowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in general grounds maintenance workPromotes a positive climate, culture, and communityStrong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skillsStudent-centered and relationship-focusedWork EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.The incumbent operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment outdoors regularly and indoors occasionally.Physical DemandsThe following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions.Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing dutiesHas oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devicesUses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensilsTypical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objectsCognitive FunctionsThe following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.Required QualificationsColorado Driver's License - Department of Revenue - Division of Motor Vehicles, High school graduate - high school diploma or equivalentBenefits and StatusBenefits Eligibility: Under Part-time - IneligibleFLSA Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt)How To ApplyNew applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:A current resumePlease do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.Hiring ManagerHiring Manager Email: nathan.bunch@asd20.org#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Academy School District 20