General Maintenance Foreman

Murfreesboro City Schools

General Maintenance Foreman

Department of School Operations

Revised on 0 9 / 30 / 2025

Credentials : Must have a valid Tennessee Driver's License.

Other Qualifications : The person in this position must be safety oriented, work well without close supervision, understand or be able to quickly learn the proper use and maintenance of heavy lawn equipment. This person m ust have legal authorization to work withi n the United States of America . This person m ust have knowledge of and / or the ability to learn about the care and proper use of tools and equipment used in maintaining school grounds and related facilities. This job requires someone who is able to perform frequent overtime work, which may involve late night or early morning hours. This employee must be able to work well with other people; behave responsibly especially around children; be flexible and able to abruptly change from one activity to another without loss of efficiency or composure; and use good judgment in the performance of duty. The person in this position must be able to operate various types of lawn equipment. T

Physical Demands : Work is usually performed in an outdoor env ironment on the Murfreesboro City Schools grounds and related facilities as required . The employee is exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noises, mechanized equipment, dirt, dust and fumes. The person is required to wear proper protective equipment when needed ( i.e. safety glasses, ear protection, gloves). This position requires a great deal of physical exertion during periods of extreme weather conditions. This employee m ust have sufficient physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing up to l00 pounds and to repeatedly lift, move and carry objects weighing more than 100 pounds with assistance . The individual in this position may be required to report to work when there is inclement weather, and the school system is closed . This decision will be at the Supervisor's discretion.

Essential Job Functions : A General Maintenance Foreman leads and supervises workers focusing on efficient and safe material handling, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and overall site organization . Key responsibilities include inspecting equipment, maintaining a safe and clean environment, and ensuring all operations adhere to district safety standards. The role requires good communication , problem-solving, and leadership skills to manage the team and ensure operatio n al efficiency. Important job functions include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Coordinate with Maintenace Supervisors and lead the General Maintenance Team.
• Coordinate, supervise and participate in the ground maintenance and gardening work of all Murfreesboro City schools and related facilities.
• Prepare seeding or transplanting beds by cultivating soil and adding fertilizer or chemicals if needed.
• Plant grass, tree seedlings, flowers and shrubs so that resulting growth will produce an attractive appearance.
• Prune or r emove dead trees and shrubs and replace them with healthy plants of the same variety.
• When necessary, o perate equipment and oversee mowing, trimming and edging of all schools and related facilities.
• Maintain all playground equipment, keeping it in a safe condition at all times.
• Inspect flowers, shrubs and trees for evidence of insects, fungi and other pests and spray or dust chemicals on infected areas when needed.
• Shovel snow from sidewalks or driveways and spread sand, salt or ice melt to prevent slipping.
• Collect and dispose of limbs and refuse along the street side of each campus.
• Repair outdoor chairs , benches and properly assemble furniture.
• Water trees, shrubs and flowers as appropriate during dry periods.
• Adjust, repair and o perate various tools, including but not limited to, weed eater, lawn mowers, chainsaw, hedge shears, post driver, sledgehammer , shovel, and rental equipment. When renting equipment, it is require d to receive the training offered on the equipment by the rental firm .
• Perform a variety of maintenance duties, such as moving furniture, equipment, books, etc., at a moment's notice even when yard work duties are not completed.

Staff Relationship : Reports directly to the Supervisor of Maintenance

Terms of Employment : Twelve (12) months, hourly rate with benefits local scale, set annually by Board of Education. Non-exempt.

Murfreesboro City Schools does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, disability, religion, genetic information, creed, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in the provision of services, programs, activities, employment opportunities, or benefits.

Murfreesboro City Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations for the application or hiring process should contact the Human Resources Department for assistance .