Grounds Maintenance Foreman

Additional Position Information

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

14015 62nd Avenue NW | Gig Harbor, WA 98332 | ...

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POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Grounds Foreman position plans, schedules, supervises, and maintains the Peninsula School District grounds at the highest level of care. The Grounds Foreman shall assign and delegate work order assignments and ensure that they are completed in a safe, proper, and timely manner. It is also the responsibility of the Grounds Foreman to respond to and handle after-hours emergencies as needed and/or as directed by supervisor. The Grounds Foreman shall also be expected to perform the same duties as a Grounds Technician as well perform other duties as assigned. Please see job description for complete details.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduation or equivalent; Three (3) years of progressively responsible Grounds Maintenance trade experience with knowledge of tools and equipment preferably experience in a lead capacity.
• Valid WA State Driver's License required.

Recommended candidate must obtain (and maintain throughout employment) the following licenses/certifications within 90 days of hire:

I. Class-A Commercial Driver License (CDL)

II. WSDA Pesticide Applicator License within 90 days of hire.

III. Forklift and Boom Truck Certifications

• Willingness to complete First Aid & CPR training and certification
• Recommended candidate will be required to complete a drug/alcohol screening and pre-employment physical assessment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Required to travel between work-sites, work and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to lift and/or carry heavy supplies and equipment; required to work around machinery with moving parts; required to wear protective gear and/or clothing and work outdoors in inclement weather; exposure to high noise levels, risk of bodily injury from mechanical parts and dangerous equipment, and occasional exposure to fumes, odors, and hazardous chemicals. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, climbing/ladders, squatting/kneeling, reaching, grasping, pushing/pulling, twisting/bending, communicating, conveying, identifying, detecting, observing, inspecting and exchanging information; must be safety conscious; must respond to emergency calls after work hours.

REQUIRED PRIOR TO STARTING WORK:

• Unless you have been fingerprinted in a school district within the last two years, you will be required to have fingerprinting done. The Olympic ESD 11...) in Bremerton offers digital live-scan fingerprinting services by appointment for a fee of $78.00.

To be considered for employment, you must first complete the Peninsula School District online application and submit supporting documents as required. Applications are reviewed after the closing deadline. Candidates will be contacted by the building Administration to complete the interview process.

REQUIRED PRIOR TO STARTING WORK:

• Unless you have been fingerprinted in a school district within the last two years, you will be required to have fingerprinting done. The Olympic ESD 11...) in Bremerton offers digital live-scan fingerprinting services by appointment for a fee of $83.00.

To be considered for employment, you must first complete the Peninsula School District online application and submit supporting documents as required. Applications are reviewed after the closing deadline. Candidates will be contacted by the building Administration to complete the interview process.

The Peninsula School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. If you have questions or complaints regarding alleged discrimination, please call the Peninsula School District Educational Service Center at ... or visit our office located at 14015 62nd Ave NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332, and ask for one of the following coordinators:

• Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: ...
• Title IX Compliance Coordinator: ...
• 504 Compliance Coordinator: ...
• ADA Compliance Coordinator: ...

Conditions of Employment

• Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
• Will you submit to a criminal history background check?
• Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
• Are you at least 18 years of age?
• Do you certify the answers given herin are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?

Additional Application Steps

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN APPLICATION STEPS:

An electronic application to be considered for employment. The following attachments can be submitted with your application in electronic format (NO PAPER COPIES WILL BE ACCEPTED):

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS:

• APPLICANT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT: The Applicant Disclosure Statement document is a fillable form that mimics a Background Check Questionnaire. Click on the hyperlink: Applicant Disclosure Statement to open a blank copy of this form.
• COVER LETTER:A cover letter provides additional information regarding your skills and experience. Cover letters may be addressed to Peninsula School District, Hiring Committee.
• TRANSCRIPTS: Attach a copy of your high school/equivalent diploma or transcript.

ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENTS:

• LETTERS OF REFERENCE: A letter of reference, also known as a letter of recommendation, is a letter written on behalf of an applicant, by a previous supervisor, who can support and recommend the person's education and/or professional performance.
• RESUME: A resume highlights your education, relevant work experience, credentials, and accomplishments which you itemize to show you are qualified for our position.

YOU MUST SUBMIT an electronic application to be considered Please complete all of the steps in the online application, to be considered. We are seeking the best applicants for the Peninsula School District and will give time and care to review your materials.

Benefits

Benefits include paid sick leave and Washington State Retirement plan. This position is projected to meet the minimum hours worked of six hundred thirty hours of employment in a school year to qualify for SEBB benefits.

There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the SEBB website.

Attachments

Applicant Disclosure Statement*

Maintenance - Cover Ltr*

Maintenance - Resume*

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

HS Diploma/GED*

Mechanic - Ref Contact Info

Maintenance - Driving Record