Campus Grounds & Field Care Specialist

St. Andrew's School; Delaware; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

403(b) and Roth retirement plan with学校

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Health Savings Account with school-mAt

Life and AD&D Insurance

Job summary

St. Andrew's School is seeking a Groundskeeper to join our Facilities team on a 12-month staff basis. The role focuses on maintaining campus grounds and athletic fields, ensuring safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The Groundskeeper will perform landscaping, operate and maintain equipment, and assist with snow removal and emergency responses as needed, upholding the school’s standards of excellence and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Possession of a current, valid driver's license.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, bending, prolonged standing, and working outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to properly wear and utilize required PPE.
• Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance duties.
• Maintain lawn and athletic fields to ensure safe and professional appearance standards.
• Conduct tree maintenance and related grounds work.
• May be required to work from ladders and bucket trucks, in accordance with safety standards.
• Operate, maintain, and safely use manual tools (e.g. rakes, garden tools) and power equipment (e.g. tractors, mowers, blowers).
• Perform basic automotive and small engine maintenance.
• Assist with snow removal operations.
• Respond to emergency call-ins as required, including during inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Skills

Physical fitness

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

St. Andrew's School is seeking a Groundskeeper to join our Facilities team on a 12-month staff basis. The role focuses on maintaining campus grounds and athletic fields, ensuring safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The Groundskeeper will perform landscaping, operate and maintain equipment, and assist with snow removal and emergency responses as needed, upholding the school’s standards of excellence and professionalism.