Full-Time Groundskeeper & Field Maintenance

North Polk Community School District; Alleman (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid leave

IPERS

Job summary

North Polk Community School District in the Des Moines area is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain district grounds, athletic fields, and outdoor facilities. The role requires 40 hours per week, on-site work, and involves snow removal, irrigation, equipment maintenance, and seasonal landscaping duties.

Benefit from solid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leaves, IPERS, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Pesticide applicator licensure within 6 months of hire preferred; category 3OT certification desirable.
• College degree in turf management science, horticulture, or biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain district grounds, lawns, sidewalks, tracks, and athletic fields.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and related facilities.

Skills

Safe work habits

Teamwork

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Turf management/horticulture/biology degree preferred

Tools

Truck operation

Landscape equipment operation

Job description

North Polk Community School District in the Des Moines area is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain district grounds, athletic fields, and outdoor facilities. The role requires 40 hours per week, on-site work, and involves snow removal, irrigation, equipment maintenance, and seasonal landscaping duties.

Benefit from solid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leaves, IPERS, and a collaborative team environment.