Athletic Field & Grounds Specialist

Seattle Public Schools; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a skilled Grounds Gardener to maintain athletic fields and turf surfaces. You will perform gardening, landscaping, and custodial tasks to keep areas clean and ready for events, and assist with landscaping at other district facilities as needed.

You will operate a range of small powered equipment, ensure safety, and coordinate with the Athletics Coordinator and Grounds Supervisor to schedule and prep for events across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience as a Gardener.
• Valid WA driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Maintain athletic fields and turf surfaces.
• Perform gardening, landscaping, and custodial tasks.
• Schedule events with Athletics Coordinator and Grounds Supervisor.
• Operate small powered equipment.
• Ensure safety and maintain event logs.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Irrigation adjustments

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lawn mowers

Edgers

Turf sweepers

Hand tools

Job description

Seattle Public Schools is seeking a skilled Grounds Gardener to maintain athletic fields and turf surfaces. You will perform gardening, landscaping, and custodial tasks to keep areas clean and ready for events, and assist with landscaping at other district facilities as needed.

You will operate a range of small powered equipment, ensure safety, and coordinate with the Athletics Coordinator and Grounds Supervisor to schedule and prep for events across multiple sites.