Grounds Maintenance Worker

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker for district-wide duties, promoting safe and attractive school grounds across multiple sites. The role focuses on lawns, landscaping, athletic fields, and outdoor spaces, with an early morning Tuesday–Saturday schedule.

You will operate and maintain grounds equipment, perform routine repairs, and assist with snow removal.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Lawn care and snow removal experience preferred; small engine repair and groundskeeping skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain district lawns, landscaping, and outdoor areas through mowing, trimming, weeding, and edging.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and facilities for school activities, practices, and competitions.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain groundskeeping equipment and machinery for safe performance.
• Coordinate snow and ice removal from sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and designated areas.
• Report maintenance concerns to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Skills

Lawn care

Snow removal

Groundskeeping

Small engine repair

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Groundskeeping equipment

Bobcats / skid-steers

Ride-on mowers

Job description

Grounds Maintenance Worker (District-wide) JobID: 2123

• Position Type: Building Services/ Grounds Worker and Maintenance
• Date Posted: 10/13/2026
• Location: District-wide (will work at more than one school)
• Date Available: 10/27/2026

Position Title: Grounds Maintenance Worker(District wide)

Terms of Employment: 12 Month Position

Immediate Supervisor: Director for Buildings and Grounds

Days / Hours of Work: Tuesdays - Saturdays (6:30am - 3:00pm)

Salary: $22.00 Per Hour

Board Contribution Benefits: (Per Custodian 2026 - 2030 Contract)

• Sick, Personal and Vacation Leave
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) - Board Contribution is 8.4%
• Medical, Vision and Dental
  • Single - Board Contribution is 80%
  • Single + 1 - Board Contribution is 60%
  • Family - Board Contribution is 50%
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%
• LTD Insurance - Board Contribution is 100%

Employee Only Contribution Benefits:

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• 403(b) and 457(b)

Summary:

The Grounds Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining and improving district grounds, including lawns, landscaping, and outdoor areas. Duties include operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment, performing routine maintenance and repairs, and ensuring school grounds are safe, clean, and well-maintained.

Qualifications:

Experience / Education

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Lawn care and snow removal experience preferred and small engine repair and groundskeeping skills a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain district lawns, landscaping, and outdoor areas through mowing, trimming, weeding, and edging.
• Prepare and maintain athletic fields and facilities to meet the needs of school activities, practices, and competitions.
• Operate, inspect, and maintain groundskeeping equipment, tools, and machinery to ensure safe and efficient performance.
• Coordinate snow and ice removal from sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and other designated areas.
• Conduct routine inspections of district grounds and facilities, identifying maintenance concerns and reporting necessary repairs to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.
• Complete general building maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs and HVAC filters, repairing wall surfaces, preparing areas for painting, and performing touch-up or general painting.
• Support custodial operations by cleaning assigned areas, servicing restrooms, removing waste, and maintaining clean and sanitary facilities as needed.
• Transport and arrange furniture, supplies, and equipment as directed, adhering to established safety procedures and lifting guidelines.
• Secure district buildings and grounds by monitoring property, locking and unlocking designated entrances, and reporting safety, security, or facility concerns.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of groundskeeping supplies, tools, materials, and equipment, and recommend purchases as needed.
• Assist with seasonal projects, facility upkeep, and other grounds or maintenance operations to support district needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Equipment

• Operates and maintains groundskeeping tools, power equipment, lawn mowers, trimmers, snow blowers, and cleaning equipment as needed.
• Experienced in operating skid-steers (Bobcats), ride-on mowers, and various school grounds maintenance machinery.

Safety Requirements

• Follows all applicable safety procedures for operating tools, machinery, and equipment.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Complies with the district's chemical hygiene program and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) requirements.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.
• Lifting Demands: Up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Works in standard office and school building environments.
• Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity 3 moderate

Travel Requirements

This position requires traveling to various school sites, work locations, and/or community organizations throughout the district.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.

FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice .

Postings current as of 10/16/2026 10:49:40 AM CST.