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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools · 19 hours ago

Assistant Crew Chief, Grounds Maintenance

Charlotte, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Assistant Crew Chief for Grounds Maintenance to perform skill-based work in landscaping and outdoor area maintenance. The role involves leading a crew in maintaining landscaped areas, ensuring safety, and performing various gardening tasks.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Lead and participate in the maintenance of landscaped areas consisting of lawns, bushes, trees, flowers, shrubs, etc. through established practices and procedures

Develop and design new landscaping

Perform duties such as planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, renovating, fertilizing, and pruning

Inspect school grounds to remove debris such as leaves, rocks, or other debris that could become a safety hazard or detract from the appearance of the property

Transport rubbish to the local landfill; transport plant material and mechanical equipment/parts

Apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides safely; maintain records of fertilizers and chemicals used and guide assigned grounds maintenance workers

Maintain and repair mowers, edgers, string trimmers, blowers, trenchers, sprayers, and related grounds maintenance machinery and equipment

Operate motorized equipment including but not limited to forklifts, skid steer loaders, backhoes, tractors, bush hogs, finishing mowers, reel mowers, riding mowers and push mowers

Maintain and repair irrigation systems including changing and adjusting heads, maintaining controllers, and assisting in large irrigation projects

Participate in preparation and maintenance of athletic fields and related facilities

Perform related work as assigned or required

Qualification

Grounds maintenanceLandscaping designIrrigation systems maintenanceHorticulture knowledgeEquipment operationSafety complianceRecord keepingLeadership

Required

High School Diploma or ability to obtain a GED required

Minimum of One (1) year of related grounds experience required

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's class 'A' CDL restricted license within nine months of employment

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation

Preferred

Trade School or Community College classes in Horticulture preferred

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Company

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

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The mission of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is to create an innovative, inclusive, student-centered environment that supports the development of independent learners.

Founded in 1882

Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.cms.k12.nc.us/Pages/default.aspx

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