Grounds I/Facility Services

Johnston-County-Public-Schools; Town of Smithfield (NY); Sur place; USD 23 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Johnston County Public Schools Facility Services in Smithfield, North Carolina is seeking a Grounds I to maintain school grounds and athletic fields. The role reports to the Grounds Supervisor/Foreman and is a full-time 12-month position in Facility Services.

The candidate should have at least basic landscaping experience, knowledge of grounds equipment, and a strong work ethic. A valid driver’s license is required and pay is per month with standard benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in landscaping maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of grounds equipment including mowing and trimming tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and PPE protocols.
• Must communicate efficiently with supervisor, foreman, and staff.
• Capable of operating a work truck and trailer safely.
• General knowledge of preventative maintenance on equipment such as blade changes and cleaning.

Responsabilités

• Cuts lawns, trim and edges grass.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and promote growth.
• Removes leaves, debris and litter from grounds.
• Rakes and composts leaves; maintains clean grounds.
• Shovels snow from walks and driveways; applies salt/sand to prevent ice.

Connaissances

Reliability

Work ethic

Communication

Equipment operation

Preventative maintenance

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Valid driver’s license

Outils

Zero-turn mowers

String trimmers

Edgers

Chainsaws

Hedge trimmers

Description du poste

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Grounds I/Facility Services

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This job is also posted in Johnston County Public Schools , and North Carolina School Jobs

Job Details

Job ID: 5950570
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kristina Benson , Certified Hiring Director
• 2320 US 70 Bus Hwy E.
• Smithfield, North Carolina 27577
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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