Grounds Foreman
Billings School District 2 is seeking a Grounds Foreman to perform supervisory and skilled manual labor in planning and directing the maintenance of grounds and related areas. Schedule : 12-month position; Monday - Friday; 7 : 00 a.m. - 3 : 30 p.m. Wage : $24.91 per hour for 90-day probationary period, then $27.68 per hour. Benefits : Fully Paid Insurance; PERS Retirement; Sick / Vacation Days; Full Benefits. Exercises supervision over personnel directly or through subordinate supervisors. Examples Of Duties :
- Assist in planning annual schedules and preparing cost estimates for gardening and groundskeeping operation.
- Direct and supervise the work of several groundskeepers.
- Supervise and assist in watering and mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs.
- Inspect plants for diseases and recommend spaying procedures.
- Direct snow removal.
- Supervise training of employees.
- Order supplies and equipment.
- May supervise set-up of special events.
- Responsible for continuing assessment of maintenance program for District grounds and exterior facilities.
- Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications :
High school graduate or High School Equivalent.Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience as a gardener and groundskeeper, including two years in a supervisory capacity; orAny equivalent combination of education and experience.Thorough knowledge of the practices, principles, methods and equipment used in gardening and groundskeeping.Considerable knowledge of plant diseases and pests.Considerable knowledge of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers.Considerable knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques.Skilled in the operation and maintenance of equipment used in groundskeeping.Able to plan and organize work.Able to effectively supervise many employees.Able to perform physical labor.Able to perform a variety of gardening and groundskeeping tasks.Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Equal Opportunity Employer.