Athletic Fields & Grounds Technician

Dennis Yarmouth Regional School District; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is seeking a dependable grounds maintenance laborer to support year-round upkeep of school grounds, irrigation systems, and athletic fields across the district.

The ideal candidate has hands-on landscape experience, knowledge of irrigation and turf maintenance, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to keep outdoor facilities safe, attractive, and functional for students, staff, and the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, irrigation systems, or athletic field maintenance.
• Familiarity with commercial landscaping equipment and basic maintenance practices.
• Basic knowledge of irrigation systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Valid Massachusetts driver’s license required.
• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine landscaping duties, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, weeding, and general property maintenance.
• Maintain athletic fields for practices and games, including lining and layout for multiple sports.
• Operate and maintain mowing equipment, trimmers, leaf blowers, and related grounds machinery.
• Assist with irrigation system operation, inspection, maintenance, and repairs.
• Seasonal irrigation startup and winterization under supervision.
• Snow and ice removal from sidewalks, entrances, and walkways.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain tools in clean, safe condition.
• Perform minor repairs to fencing and outdoor facilities.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Irrigation knowledge

Physical stamina outdoors

Ability to follow instructions

Independent and team work

Tools

Commercial mowing equipment

Irrigation controllers

Tractors and grounds machinery

Job description

Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District is seeking a dependable grounds maintenance laborer to support year-round upkeep of school grounds, irrigation systems, and athletic fields across the district.

The ideal candidate has hands-on landscape experience, knowledge of irrigation and turf maintenance, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team to keep outdoor facilities safe, attractive, and functional for students, staff, and the community.