Grounds Worker

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 is seeking a dedicated Custodial/Grounds Person responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of buildings and grounds. This role requires horticultural experience and mechanical skills, along with a valid Illinois driver's license.

Scheduled for Monday to Friday, the position may involve some weekend work and physical labor, including lifting heavy materials. Candidates will report to the Grounds Supervisor and collaborate with other staff members to ensure district facility maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma.
• Required to have a current and valid Illinois driver's license.
• Experience in Grounds' Maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of all buildings and grounds as assigned.
• Perform custodial duties as needed.
• Properly operate and maintain grounds equipment.

Skills

Horticultural experience

Mechanically inclined

Snow removal

Heavy lifting (up to 100 pounds)

Education

High School Diploma

Valid Illinois driver's license

Job description

Position Details

Position Type: Maintenance, Custodial, Grounds

Date Posted: 6/16/2026

Location: Districtwide

Date Available: 07/01/2026

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday-Friday; 6:30 a.m - 3:00 p.m.; with some weekend work

Job Summary

Position: Custodial/Grounds Person

Reports to: Grounds Supervisor

Terms of Employment: Twelve-Month Employee

Eligibility

• High School Diploma
• Current and valid Illinois driver's license
• Grounds' Maintenance Experience

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Grounds Supervisor or designee, duties include, but are not limited to, the upkeep and cleanliness of all buildings and grounds as assigned. Must have horticultural experience and be mechanically inclined.

Performance Responsibilities

• Avail himself/herself for snow removal as directed by the Grounds Supervisor.
• Upkeep of all athletic fields, physical education fields, lawns, shrubbery, trees, walkways, parking areas, and playground areas.
• Mowing, trimming, and the proper painting/line marking of all athletic fields and physical education fields for all District Facilities, and additional job assignments.
• Properly maintain and operate all grounds equipment.
• May be required to work off-shift hours on an emergency basis.
• Makes recommendations as to needed equipment or supplies.
• Will be required to perform custodial duties as needed and is responsible to the Principal or Head Custodian of any school that the Grounds Supervisor assigns.
• May be required by federal or state regulations to be certified in weed control chemicals.
• Keeps all necessary records of time spent and materials used, so that proper accounts may be charged.
• Keep district used vehicles and equipment clean and organized.
• Use safe work practices for all work being performed.
• Capable of supporting or lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Responsible for properly maintaining athletic stadium buildings and grounds after all scheduled events.
• Transportation of various types of food products, U.S. and in-district mail, school supplies, maintenance supplies, and other supplies that may be needed throughout the district facilities.
• Responsible for setting up chairs, tables, audio, and visual equipment for all events as requested.
• Perform other duties that may be assigned.

Reporting Relationships

• Report directly to the Grounds Supervisor or designee.
• Cooperate with all certified and non-certified personnel, students, and parents.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.