Grounds Care Technician & Equipment Operator

Site Care; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator for site care. The role involves performing routine grounds maintenance, operating lawn and landscaping equipment, and ensuring cleanliness across various outdoor areas. Applicants must have a high school diploma, be capable of physical labor, and possess a valid Mississippi operator’s license. The salary ranges from $12.50 to $24.50 per hour, depending on experience, with workload spanning 241 days per school year.

Qualifications

• Must pass a drug screening test as per district policy.
• Must be insurable by the district insurance carrier.
• Valid Mississippi motor vehicle operator’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance.
• Operate lawn mowing equipment and vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness of grounds and outdoor areas.

Skills

Physically and mentally competent

Ability to operate motorized equipment

Understanding of instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power mowers

Tractors

Job description

A public school district in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a full-time Equipment Operator for site care. The role involves performing routine grounds maintenance, operating lawn and landscaping equipment, and ensuring cleanliness across various outdoor areas. Applicants must have a high school diploma, be capable of physical labor, and possess a valid Mississippi operator’s license. The salary ranges from $12.50 to $24.50 per hour, depending on experience, with workload spanning 241 days per school year.