Grounds Maintenance Worker

Notice of Anticipated Employment Opportunity

La Grange ISD is accepting applications for an anticipated future vacancy for a Grounds Maintenance Worker. Although a vacancy has not yet been finalized, interested and qualified applicants are encouraged to submit an application for consideration should the position become available.  Submission of an application does not guarantee an interview or employment. La Grange ISD reserves the right to determine whether and when the position will be filled.

Grounds Maintenance Workers* are responsible for maintaining the district’s grounds, landscaping, athletic fields, and practice facilities to ensure a safe, clean, attractive, and well-maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors. Duties include routine groundskeeping, landscape maintenance, athletic field preparation and upkeep, and other related maintenance responsibilities as assigned.  Grounds Maintenance Workers are required to work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions and under other environmental elements, including extreme heat, bitter cold and in the rain.

*This position is designated as an essential-worker role. Employees are expected to report to work as directed, including on days when school is not in session due to inclement weather, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances. Responsibilities during these times may include addressing weather-related conditions, maintaining safe access to district facilities, and helping ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and district property.

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver’s license
High School Diploma
Texas Pesticide Applicator License preferred (or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to operate power-driven equipment
Ability to work independently
Exhibit basic computer skills – email and electronic work orders

Experience:
1-3 years experience in Grounds Maintenance/Landscaping

Grounds and Landscaping

1. Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic and practice fields.
2. Follow scheduled maintenance plans to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
3. Plant shrubs, trees and vegetation.
4. Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games or events.
5. Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
6. Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.

Safety

7. Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
8. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
9. Help keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
10. Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
11. Assist ground maintenance as needed.
12. Assist setting up for events in the district.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
14. All staff must download and utilize the school safety alert app on their personal phone.

Other

15. Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

Interested persons may apply by submitting an application located on the La Grange ISD website at www.lgisd.net, Human Resources/Job Opportunities.
Applicants are encouraged to include attachments such as resumes, letters of interest, transcripts, licenses, applicable certificates, etc… to their application.
This posting is for the 2026-2027 school year.

230 duty days (paid on a 252-day schedule)

Salary:  LGISD Auxiliary Pay Grade 2

Mr. Karl Keilbach, Maintenance Supervisor

PO Box 100, La Grange, TX  78945

979-968-7000

karl.keilbach@lgisd.net