Campus Groundskeeper — Athletics Fields & Landscaping

Rival; New York (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shuttle service

Professional development

Grants and stipends

Sabbatical

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Generous vacation

Job summary

Riverdale Country School in New York City is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of our campus grounds. This role supports athletics by preparing playing fields both on and off campus.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, at least two years of groundskeeping experience, knowledge of turf and irrigation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of experience in groundskeeping or related field.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate groundskeeping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the appearance and condition of campus lawns, landscaped areas, and athletic practice fields.
• Prepare, lay out, and mark athletic playing fields for practices and competitions.
• Mow, water, fertilize, aerate, and maintain lawns and turf.
• Plant, prune, mulch, water, and fertilize flowers, shrubs, trees, and other landscape features.
• Perform seasonal grounds maintenance, including leaf removal and snow and ice removal using equipment such as snow blowers, snowplows, and spreaders.
• Keep campus grounds, walkways, parking areas, and surrounding facilities free of litter, debris, weeds, and other hazards.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform basic repairs to irrigation systems.
• Operate, clean, inspect, and maintain groundskeeping equipment, tools, and vehicles.
• Follow all school safety policies and procedures, including the proper use of PPE.
• Assist with campus setup and breakdown for school events, as needed.

Skills

Lawn care

Athletic field maintenance

Irrigation systems

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tractors

Commercial mowers

Snow removal equipment

Forklifts

Groundskeeping equipment

Job description

Riverdale Country School in New York City is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of our campus grounds. This role supports athletics by preparing playing fields both on and off campus.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, at least two years of groundskeeping experience, knowledge of turf and irrigation, a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate and maintain equipment.