Grounds Maintenance

Esd113; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Maintenance Worker to ensure the upkeep of 165 sites and over 4,500 acres. The role includes landscape maintenance, operating grounds equipment, and adhering to safety regulations. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and have experience in groundskeeping. Join a team dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming environment for education.

Qualifications

• 6 months of grounds related experience required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license needed.
• Ability to learn safe application of chemicals for maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance duties across various sites and landscapes.
• Operate grounds maintenance machinery and tools safely.
• Assist with planting, watering, and maintaining landscaped areas.

Skills

Grounds maintenance operations

Use of grounds maintenance tools

Safe work practices

Ability to follow instructions

Effective communication

Manual labor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Grounds maintenance machinery

Job description

Non Instructional/Operations - Maintenance

Job Number 4600311193

Start Date

Open Date 05/19/2025

Closing Date 06/30/2025

NC 06 Hourly Non-Certified Schedule

Summary: To perform a variety of daily duties that include the maintenance of (165) sites and 4,500+ acres that require knowledge of Detention pond repair maintenance, working knowledge of ADA requirements and buffer up-keep regulations. Participate in the development, maintenance and repair of landscaped areas and open spaces; and to operate grounds maintenance machinery, equipment and tools.

Our mission is to provide services that meet or exceed the expectation of all our customers thus ensuring a safe and encouraging atmosphere conducive to a quality education.

Essential Duties: (These duties represent a sample and may vary by position.)

Assist and participate in a variety of landscape maintenance duties including watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, renovating and fertilizing lawns.

Assist and participate in planting, watering and maintaining landscaped areas consisting of bushes, trees, flowers and shrubs.

Assist and participate in trimming and pruning bushes, trees and shrubs.

Rake leaves and clear debris from walks, fields, courts and other facilities.

Transport rubbish to the local landfill.

Assist in applying herbicides, fungicides and pesticides safely; maintain records of fertilizers and chemicals used under supervision of immediate supervisor.

Assist and participate in preparing and maintaining athletic fields and related facilities.

Assist plumbing department in repairs of irrigation systems on athletic fields.

Assist in the laying of forms, pouring and finishing concrete including sidewalks and slabs; install playground equipment and drinking fountains.

Assist in preparation and installation of mobile classrooms.

Learn to operate park maintenance equipment such as dump trucks, backhoes, front loaders, and power tools such as mowers, edgers and blowers.

Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.

Assist in the delivery of portable lights to athletic events for extra security in addition of stationary lights.

Assist in the maintenance and repair of detention ponds.

Assist in the maintenance and repair of play equipment and follow ADA guidelines.

• Assist in the maintenance and up-keep of buffer areas at all school owned sites and understanding of regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Minimum

• Formal or informal education or training which insures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for job performance
• 6 months of grounds related experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 years of grounds related experience

Licensing / Certification Requirements:

Possession of valid driver's license

Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver's class "A" CDL restricted license within nine months of employment . (Highly recommended for promotion)

# of Jobs 1.00

Teacher Scale N

Term 12 Month

Additional Job Information

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Knowledge of b asic equipment and methods of grounds maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of p roper use and care of grounds maintenance tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Ability to l earn methods, techniques and tools and the operational characteristics of mechanical equipment used in the preparation and maintenance of landscaped grounds.
• Ability to l earn methods and techniques used in the application of fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent crawling/kneeling, walking, standing and bending/stooping, lifting/carrying, grasping/twisting, and pushing/pulling.

• Rarely required to climbing/balancing, fingering/typing, sitting and reaching.
• Rarely handle/work with biohazards or risks for potential job-related injury
• There are occasional unpleasant work elements, but the work environment is generally comfortable

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.