Grounds Maintenance I

PEARSON CENTER; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Toledo Public Schools PEARSON CENTER in Toledo, Ohio is hiring for Grounds Maintenance I. The role involves maintaining, installing, and repairing grounds, equipment, and buildings to provide a safe and functional campus and learning environment.

Under general supervision, responsibilities include performing related duties, with emphasis on proper equipment operation and customer service, and meeting licensing requirements within one year.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of district computer and software programs.
• Must be skilled in operation of grounds equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, and repair grounds, equipment, and buildings.
• Follow safety regulations for a safe campus and learning environment.
• Perform related duties to ensure efficient operation of the work unit.

Skills

Equipment operation

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Computer software literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Pesticide license ( Ohio )

Core Steps ( AFSCME )

Tools

Vehicle operation

Job description

Grounds Maintenance I

Toledo Public Schools PEARSON CENTER - TOLEDO, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5943513
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 28, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for maintenance, installations, and repairs of grounds, equipment, and buildings. Follows all safety regulations and requirements, in providing a safe, functional and pleasing campus, and learning environment.

General Duties:

Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Other Characteristics:

Knowledge of: Computer and Software programs within the district

Skilled in: Must be skilled in proper operation of all related equipment and vehicles. Positive Customer Service

Ability to: Multitask, stay organized

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Certification:

• High School Graduate or G.E.D.
• Must be able to obtain the appropriate license governing pesticide and fertilize application from the Ohio Department of Agriculture within one (1) year
• Must have successfully completed the Core Steps as outlined in Article 29.08 of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement as documented and verified by the Grounds Foreman
• Must pass Toledo Public Schools related skills and physical standards testing
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet Toledo Public Schools vehicle fleet insurance criteria and maintain the same

Specific Job-Related Experience:

• Must have one (1) year of grounds maintenance experience in the operation of tractors, trucks, large power mowers, tree removal and snow removal equipment. i.e. snow blower, chain saw, commercial chipper
• Must be keyboard and software proficient and willing to learn those software programs that are specific to the desk

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24.03 Per Hour