Facilities and Grounds Worker

GLENWOOD ACADEMY; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenwood Academy seeks a Facilities and Grounds Worker to maintain buildings and grounds, perform preventive maintenance, and support safety across the campus. The role requires the ability to work independently, respond to after-hours emergencies, and perform snow removal during winter.

Responsibilities include inspections, basic repairs (electrical, plumbing, carpentry), and operating grounds equipment. A flexible schedule and reliable transportation are essential for on-call shifts and events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with a clear driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Must have no history of child abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance across campus facilities and grounds.
• Conduct building inspections and repairs, including basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks.
• Maintain grounds, remove snow, operate maintenance equipment safely.
• Respond to facility emergencies and communicate status to supervisor.

Skills

Flexible schedule

Heavy lifting

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Facilities and Grounds Worker

Reports To: Vice President of Facilities

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00 Hourly

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY & OBJECTIVES

The Facilities and Grounds Worker is responsible for performing routine and extensive preventive maintenance and repair procedures across Glenwood Academy's facilities, buildings, and grounds. This position ensures that the campus remains safe, functional, and well-maintained for students, staff, and visitors.

The Facilities and Grounds Worker must be able to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and communicate effectively with staff, students, and families. Flexibility is essential, as the position requires availability for after-hours emergencies and snow removal during inclement weather.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Building Maintenance

• Conduct periodic inspections of building systems and equipment to ensure proper function and safety.
• Perform maintenance and repair work across all campus facilities.
• Assist in building renovation or remodeling projects, including drywall repair and painting.
• Perform basic electrical repairs (e.g., switches, outlets, plugs, appliances, lighting systems) and report unsafe electrical conditions.
• Perform basic plumbing repairs, such as fixing leaks, unclogging drains, replacing seals, and maintaining water heaters and other appliances.
• Complete carpentry repairs to walls, doors, partitions, fences, shelves, and other structures.
• Prepare and finish surfaces for painting, varnishing, staining, or wall covering repairs.
• Repair and replace door knobs, locks, and door closures as needed.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of HVAC equipment, including inspection of belts, filter changes, lubrication, and minor component replacement.
• Install and assemble fixtures and furniture, hang bulletin boards, and set up tables and chairs for school events.

Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain campus grounds in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Perform mowing, edging, trimming, weeding, mulching, and tree/shrub planting.
• Clear snow and ice from roads, sidewalks, and walkways as needed.
• Operate grounds maintenance equipment safely and responsibly.

Safety and Inspections

• Conduct routine fire safety inspections, including checks on emergency lights, exit signs, fire alarm systems, carbon monoxide detectors, and sprinkler systems.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards promptly.
• Maintain proper care and safe operation of all maintenance tools and equipment.

General Responsibilities

• Respond to facility emergencies and service requests promptly.
• Maintain accurate communication and reporting with the supervisor regarding maintenance needs and completed tasks.
• Attend regular and role-specific training sessions.
• Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and awareness by respecting and engaging individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to meet departmental and agency needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Illinois driver's license with a clear driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Must have no history of child abuse or neglect.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical or vocational certificate in maintenance or related field.
• Minimum of two years of experience in building and grounds maintenance or a related trade.
• Experience in a residential, educational, or institutional environment preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to:

• Moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions.
• Wet, humid, or high places; fumes or airborne particles.
• Electrical hazards, vibrations, and occasional loud noise levels.
• Moderate to physically demanding work environments requiring frequent movement and lifting.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl.

• Frequent lifting or moving of 50 pounds or more.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for handling tools and equipment.
• Must have close, distance, color, and depth perception, as well as the ability to hear and communicate clearly.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position meets the FLSA requirement for Non-Exempt

Job descriptions are not intended and should not be construed to be all-inclusive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. Employment at Glenwood is an "at-will" arrangement.

Equal Opportunity Employer