Grounds Worker

id='p1602_76005'>Grounds Worker JobID: 1602

Position Type:

Maintenance/Custodial/Grounds Worker

Date Posted:

8/18/2026

Location:

Burnet CISD Maintenance & Facilities

District:

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Primary Purpose:

Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athletic fields.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED preferred

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance

Ability to read and understand instructions for maintenance and safety procedures

Ability to operate lawn care equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Ability to respond after hours when needed

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining vehicles, equipment, and tools and ensure they are in safe operating conditions.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.
• Attend all required training as directed.
• The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208 E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; 512-756-2124.