Athletic Field & Groundskeeper – Safety & Maintenance

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeks a Maintenance - Groundskeeper to provide grounds maintenance at assigned site(s). This role ensures attractive, safe grounds and athletic fields, protects against erosion, and supports events and recreational activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, planting landscaping, preparing grounds for events, and addressing safety concerns with prompt action.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Pesticide applicator license as required by policy.
• Valid Driver’s License and evidence of insurability.
• Criminal background clearance and physical capacities test clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in pesticide application per established procedures.
• Maintain grounds and athletic fields to keep areas attractive and safe.
• Maintain groundskeeping equipment in safe working condition.
• Repair irrigation systems and components.
• Plant landscaping materials to keep grounds appealing and erosion-protected.
• Prepare grounds for assemblies, events, and recreational activities.
• Respond to safety or operational concerns and notify appropriate personnel.
• Transport tools, equipment, and supplies to job sites.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Algebra & geometry

Reading instructions

Multi-step instructions

Safety practices

Maintenance scheduling

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractors

Weed whips

Mowers

Hand tools

Power tools

Irrigation equipment

Job description

TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS seeks a Maintenance - Groundskeeper to provide grounds maintenance at assigned site(s). This role ensures attractive, safe grounds and athletic fields, protects against erosion, and supports events and recreational activities.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, planting landscaping, preparing grounds for events, and addressing safety concerns with prompt action.