Position Type: Support Staff/Maintenance/Class 09 - Groundskeeper Date Posted: 8/4/2025 Location: Maintenance Complex Date Available: Upon Hire Closing Date: 8/8 at 11:59 p.m.
VACANCY: Groundskeeper
LOCATION: Maintenance Department Effective: Upon Hire Posting Date: August 4, 2025 Application Deadline: August 8 at 11:59 p.m. or until filled Position: 8 Hours Per Day, 260 days Work Hours: 7:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. Salary Range: $21.96- $27.50 Eligible for Benefits DUTIES: This staff person performs a variety of tasks to ensure the school grounds and athletic fields are kept cleaned and maintained. This person should possess some technical training or experience in grounds maintenance. This person must also maintain a current, valid driver's license. QUALIFICATIONS and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB: Ability to accurately follow directions; ability to lift and move 75 pounds; ability to operate walking and riding mowing units; ability to operate a weed trimmer; ability to provide maintenance on equipment used; ability to work with students, school staff, and parents; ability to work in a fast paced and sometimes hectic school atmosphere; understanding of confidentiality of information about students and school matters; willingness to work cooperatively with others; herbicide and pesticide application; layout of athletic fields, including painting, striping and installation/removal of protective accessories, goals and equipment, as well as grooming and turf repair; snow removal - using truck/tractor-mounted plows and power brushes as well as manual removal using shovels and/or brooms; snow and ice control - applying manually or with power equipment salt, brine or other ice control products to parking lots, driveways, sidewalks and steps; maintain a current, valid driver's license. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other tasks from time to time as needed; assist co-workers as needed; utilize necessary PPE and safety protocols; read and follow manufacturer's label and instructions before operating equipment or applying chemicals; perform pre-operational safety and maintenance inspections prior to operating any equipment. INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS AND PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: Occasional operation of vehicles and other equipment under inclement weather conditions; Frequent exposure to excessive heat and/or cold; Occasional exposure to fumes and/or emissions; Occasional use of solvents, cleaning agents, etc., containing potentially hazardous chemicals; Occasional performance of duties requiring extension ladders or scaffolding; Frequent operation of tools and equipment; Lifting and moving supplies, materials and equipment (e.g. furniture, ladders, scaffolding, boxes, bags of salt and fertilizer, appliances, etc.) KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (*Indicates developed after employment):
- Knowledge of: lawnmower management, horticulture, safety procedures
- Ability to: perform light to heavy physical labor over an extended period of time, lift and move 75 lbs., communicate effectively, develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, students and the general public; utilize and operate standard tools of the trade; work flexible hours, particularly for snow removal, commonly beginning at 3 a.m.
- Skills In: general grounds keeping, repair techniques and procedures; operation of hand, power and mowing tools and equipment.
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Employees must pass a criminal background investigation prior to employment.
HOW TO APPLY: - Internal Candidates: Submit APPLITRACK application by the posting deadline
- External Candidates: A submitted APPLITRACK application and a current resume must be received online by the posting deadline. Paper documents will not be accepted.
- Substitutes and General's Club Only Employees: Apply as an external candidate
Applitrack Link: or visit www.woostercityschools.org and click on Employment to navigate to all current postings Wooster City School District is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to create and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.