BUILDING SERVICES & GROUND MAINTENANCE
Special Admissions Program (Counselor Recommendation Only)
Skills Outside Lawn Care • Push mower operation • Edging • Weed eating • Leaf blowing Building Care • Floor care and cleaning • Wall care and cleaning • Mechanical floor machine operations • Chemical safety and care
Building Maintenance • Basic drywall installation and repair • Basic electrical wiring and fixture repair • Operation of small power tools • Basic plumbing repair External Building Care • Small utility vehicle operation • Zero-turn mower operation • Tow motor training and certification
Career Options Carpenter’s helper Electrician’s helper General custodial worker General ground keeping Light maintenance worker Lawn maintenance Plumber’s helper
Future Opportunities with Further Education
Do you enjoy making repairs around the house? Do you have an interest in maintenance? If so, the Building Services & Ground Maintenance program might be a perfect fit. Building Services & Ground Maintenance is a multi-skill program that teaches the fundamentals of building and ground maintenance. Instruction will emphasize the skills necessary for you to be competitive for employment in this industry. You will be trained in the basics of carpentry, electricity, plumbing, drywall installation, custodial services, lawn care, lawn equipment operation and other power tools. In addition, you will practice safe work habits and learn job site procedures.
Custodial Supervisor Lawn Care Supervisor Maintenance Engineer Property Manager Salesperson
High School Junior Credit Building Services & Ground Maintenance: 3.0 Technology: .5
High School Senior Credit Building Services & Ground Maintenance: 3.0
Certifications
“I like the teacher and this class because it provides you with the skills you need to work in the field.” —Ryan Perry, Berea-Midpark High School
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