District Grounds & Outdoor Spaces Technician

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker for district-wide duties, promoting safe and attractive school grounds across multiple sites. The role focuses on lawns, landscaping, athletic fields, and outdoor spaces, with an early morning Tuesday–Saturday schedule.

You will operate and maintain grounds equipment, perform routine repairs, and assist with snow removal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Lawn care and snow removal experience preferred; small engine repair and groundskeeping skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain district lawns, landscaping, and outdoor areas through mowing, trimming, weeding, and edging.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and facilities for school activities, practices, and competitions.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain groundskeeping equipment and machinery for safe performance.
• Coordinate snow and ice removal from sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and designated areas.
• Report maintenance concerns to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Skills

Lawn care

Snow removal

Groundskeeping

Small engine repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Bobcats / skid-steers

Ride-on mowers

Job description

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker for district-wide duties, promoting safe and attractive school grounds across multiple sites. The role focuses on lawns, landscaping, athletic fields, and outdoor spaces, with an early morning Tuesday–Saturday schedule.

You will operate and maintain grounds equipment, perform routine repairs, and assist with snow removal.