Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $28.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Fully paid insurance
PERS retirement
sick days
vacation days
full benefits
Job Description
The Billings Public Schools district is a reputable educational establishment committed to providing a nurturing and well-maintained environment for its students and staff. As one of the key public education providers in its area, the district values the upkeep of its facilities and grounds to foster a safe, attractive, and functional atmosphere. The district offers a 12-month position for the role of Grounds Foreman, which involves working Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. This role includes a structured salary plan starting at $24.91 per hour during the 90-day probationary period, then advancing to $27.68 per hour, along... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- completion of four years of progressively responsible experience in gardening and groundskeeping
- minimum two years supervisory experience
- knowledge of plant diseases, pests, herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers
- ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment
- ability to plan, organize, and supervise work
- physical ability to perform manual labor
- excellent interpersonal skills
Job Qualifications
- High school graduate or high school equivalent
- four years of progressively responsible experience as a gardener and groundskeeper
- two years in a supervisory capacity or equivalent combination of education and experience
- thorough knowledge of gardening and groundskeeping practices, plant diseases, pests, herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers
- skill in operation and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment
- ability to plan and organize work effectively
- strong supervisory and interpersonal skills
Job Duties
- Assists in planning annual schedules and prepares cost estimates for gardening and groundskeeping operation
- directs and supervises the work of several groundskeepers
- supervises and assists in watering and mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs
- inspects plants for diseases and recommends spaying procedures
- directs snow removal
- supervises training of employees
- orders supplies and equipment
- may supervise set-up of special events
- responsible for continuing assessment of maintenance program for district grounds and exterior facilities
- performs related work as required by administrators
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)