Grounds 1

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools in Smithfield, North Carolina is seeking a Grounds I to join Facility Services. Location: Facility Services, starting immediately; duties include grounds maintenance, mowing, trimming, pruning, and assisting with drainage and seasonal tasks.

The ideal candidate has basic groundskeeping experience, ability to operate equipment (zero-turn mowers, trimmers), knowledge of safety protocols, and a valid driver\'s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in landscaping maintenance preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Cuts lawns, trims and edges grass.

Skills

Groundskeeping basics

OSHA regulations

Communication

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

String trimmers

Edgers

Chainsaws

Hedge trimmers

Job description

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Grounds 1

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Job Details

Job ID: 4512950
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Mar 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Johnston County Public Schools

Job Description

POSITION: Grounds I

LOCATION: Facility Services

SALARY: Pay Grade 56

REPORTS TO: Grounds Supervisor/Foreman

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Full time - 12 months

REPORTS TO: Grounds Supervisor/Foreman

JOB GOAL:

To develop and maintain school grounds, athletic fields, and drainage systems in a manner that will enhance the public image of schools and the instructional environment

KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES:

Someone who is reliable, possesses a strong work ethic and self motivated

• 1 year of experience in landscaping maintenance preferred
• Someone who possesses a general knowledge and understanding of grounds equipment: zeroturn mowers, string trimmers, edgers, chainsaws, hedge trimmers, etc.
• Someone who has knowledge of OSHA regulations, proper PPE protocol and safetyregulations.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently and professionally with supervisor, foreman, crewleaders and all Johnston County Public Schools staff
• Someone who is capable of operating a work truck and trailer safely
• Someone who has general knowledge of preventative maintenance on equipment: Changingblades, greasing and cleaning off equipment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cuts lawns, trim and edges grass
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth
• Removes damaged leaves, branches, or twigs
• Rakes and composts or disposes of leaves
• Cleans grounds and removes litter
• Shovels snow from walks and driveways
• Spreads salt and sand on public passage ways to prevent ice buildup
• Plants grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs
• Waters lawn, shrubs, and flowers
• Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts
• Knowledge of safety hazards, rules, regulations and implements safety precautions.
• Performs other duties and accepts responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to perform medium/heavy lifting exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/orup to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• Must be able to walk far distances while operating small engine equipment on a daily basis

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalentpreferred.
• Must possess a valid drivers license

DEADLINE: Until Filled

Primary Location: Facility Services

Salary Range: Per Month

Shift Type: Full Time

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position.
They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities,
and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by
the supervisor, with Human Resources approval, at any time.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment
or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• James Norris , Grounds Foreman
• Facility Services
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]