General - Groundskeeper

Midway Independent School District; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway Independent School District is seeking a Groundskeeper in Waco, Texas to maintain safe, attractive grounds and athletic fields. The role reports to the Grounds Foreman and requires a valid Texas driver’s license.

Duties include mowing, landscaping, field preparation for games, sprinkler system upkeep, and general grounds maintenance. The position is full-time with a 250-day schedule, immediate start, and salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Valid Texas driver's license
• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Responsibilities

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering, pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures; lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency; perform preventive maintenance.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites district-wide.

Skills

Detailed instructions

Effective communication

Equipment operation

Education

Valid Texas driver's license

Tools

Garden tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment

Light truck/van

Job description

General - Groundskeeper

Midway ISD Region 12 Midway ISD: Maintenance - Waco, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , and Midway Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5904331

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Groundskeeper

Reports to: Grounds Foreman

Dept./School: Maintenance

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt / 250 Days

Salary calculations will be commensurate with job experience.

Primary Purpose: Maintain safe and attractive grounds and landscaping for the district. Maintain athleticfields.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment

Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Mow and detail all district grounds, including athletic fields.
• Follow scheduled maintenance plan to care for lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowers by watering,pruning, fertilizing, mulching, caring for beds, and controlling weeds.
• Plant shrubs and vegetation.
• Assist with the preparation of athletic fields for games, including chalking fields.
• Collect and dispose of leaves, dirt, rubbish, and refuse from district facilities.
• Assist with the inspection, repair, and installation of sprinkler systems.
• Operate tools and equipment according to prescribed safety procedures. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Help keep vehicle, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.
• Inspect and adjust tools and equipment for safety and efficiency and perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Transport workers and equipment to work sites throughout the district.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Garden tools; small hand tools; power tools; heavy equipment including backhoe, tractor, grader; and power mower; light truck or van.

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving.

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.

Environment: Work outside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical (herbicides and fertilizer) and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district-wide travel.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The Title IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.45 to $18.61 Hourly

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jimmy Bennett , Maintenance Coordinator
• Midway ISD: Maintenance
• Email: [e-mail]