2026-2027 General Maintenance/Grounds Keeper

Hattiesburg Public School District; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hattiesburg Public School District is seeking a General Maintenance/Grounds employee to maintain campus grounds and support a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of lawn care/landscaping experience (zero turn mower preferred), and a valid Mississippi driver’s license. Moderate physical activity and weather exposure are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of lawn care/landscaping experience, including experience on a zero turn mower.
• Experience cutting commercial properties preferred.
• Valid Mississippi driver’s license.
• Good health (medical exam not required).

Responsibilities

• Campus landscaping and plant maintenance at entrances.
• Maintain a revolving cut schedule.
• Mowing, edging, weed trimming, and debris cleanup.
• Safe operation of all equipment.
• Wear safety glasses/goggles and other safety gear when operating equipment or applying chemicals.
• Maintain equipment to ensure proper mechanical function.
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Supports the district Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Weather tolerance

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

TITLE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE/GROUNDS

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• High school diploma or GED certified
• At least one year's experience in lawn care and/or landscaping including experience on a zero turn mower. Experience in cutting commercial properties is preferred
• Valid Mississippi driver's license

Qualifications

• Good health (Medical exam not required)
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
• High school diploma or GED certified
• At least one year's experience in lawn care and/or landscaping including experience on a zero turn mower. Experience in cutting commercial properties is preferred
• Valid Mississippi driver's license

SUPERVISES

N/A

REPORTS TO

Director of Operations or designee

JOB GOAL

To maintain campus grounds to maximize presentations to visitors, the community, students and employees

Typical Duties And Responsibilities

• Campus landscaping and plant maintenance at main entrances
• Maintain a revolving cut schedule
• Mowing, edging, weed trimming/control and clean up debris
• Safe operations of all equipment
• Use safety glasses/goggles and other appropriate safety equipment when operating equipment and dispersing chemicals
• Maintenance of equipment in regard to the mechanical ability of the employee
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance
• Supports the Hattiesburg Public School District Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plan
• Performs other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Trustees

EVALUATION

Annually