Grounds Maintenance Foreman

Summary Information:
Job Title Grounds Maintenance Foreman
Vacancy # 3017
Position #
# of Openings 1
Category Maintenance / Custodian
Employment Full-time
Salary $46,304
Calendar Days 14
Published Date 01/26/2021
Target Fill Date 02/22/2021
Closing Date 02/09/2021
Location APSB Maintenance Department
LA
Experience 4-5 yrs of related experience
Degrees / Certificates Technical Certification


Contact Information:
Timothy Amedee
Supervisor of Maintenance

LA

Tel:
Fax:
E-Mail: timothy.amedee@apsb.org

Requirements
Passing score on the 7D Pesticide Application Test and Category 3 Pesticide Certification.

Description

Ascension Parish School BoardJob Description

I.

JOB TITLE:

Grounds Maintenance Foreman

JOB TYPE:

730

POSITION REPORTS TO:

Maintenance Foreman

PAY GRADE:

MNT-9

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

ASSIGNMENT PERIOD

12 Months

II. SUMMARY OF POSITION’S PURPOSE
Performs first line supervisory guidance for all maintenance technicians and helpers and ensures that all school grounds are properly maintained.

III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION – High School Diploma and passing score on the 7D Pesticide Application Test and Category 3 Pesticide certification
• EXPERIENCE – 3-5 years maintenance experience
• SKILLS – Must be familiar with all equipment related to grounds maintenance and must be knowledgeable of various chemical applications as they pertain to maintenance activities. Also, should have basic knowledge of irrigation systems. Must have basic supervisory and communication skills
• OTHER REQUIREMENTS - Must be physically capable of lifting in excess of 25 pounds on a continual basis. This position requires some manual dexterity with close mental/visual attention and the ability to perform job functions in a standing position for a majority of the work day. This position is exposed to environmental extremes on a daily basis. This position also requires the ability to perform climbing activities.

IV. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs various grounds maintenance activities related to administrative accountabilities including, but not limited to, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program, determining the requirements of the job (design, time and material acquisition,) purchasing materials and setting up the job site to include interaction with principals, teachers, janitors and contractors.
• Supervises maintenance technicians and helpers in a first line supervisory capacity.
• Supervises the upkeep and maintenance of all athletic fields.
• Provides supervision and upkeep of all fences.
• Oversees the pest control contract for the district.
• Provides oversight of the district-wide Integrated Pest Management (IPM) process.
• Transports, maintains and repairs equipment related to maintenance activities.
• Performs maintenance activities to include: spraying, aerification, verticutting and seeding of athletic fields.
• Provides courteous and prompt service to all internal and external customers including students, parents, co-workers, etc. Prioritizes and addresses requests and assignments in a professional manner to develop cooperative relationships and to ensure that student and employee records confidentiality is assured.
• Identifies opportunities and recommends methods to improve service, work processes and financial performance, e.g. expense management.
• Assists in the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
• Assists co-workers in the completion of tasks and assignments to ensure continuity of service. Supports new co-workers and actively supports teamwork throughout the school system.
• Performs other services as required.

NOTE: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The Ascension Parish School Board reserves the right to
change this description at its discretion.
V. SIGNATURES:

Supervisor

Date

Employee

Date

This job description was approved by the Ascension Parish School Board on: July 28, 2020.