Grounds Worker (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tusd1; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Sylvania in Tucson is seeking a grounds assistant to help maintain Hollinger K-8 School grounds and athletic fields in the Ajo & 6th Ave area. This blue-collar, part-time role supports a 12-month calendar with 0.5–4 hours per day.

Effective for the 2026-2027 school year, the position emphasizes reliable outdoor work, basic math, and the ability to follow written and oral instructions. The district notes that benefits apply to longer hours.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills are required.
• Ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Proficiency in English (reading and writing).

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining school grounds and athletic playing fields.

Skills

Basic math skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Job description

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SUMMARY

Assist in maintaining school grounds and athletic playing fields.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Basic math skills.
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO START DATE

• FBI fingerprint background check.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• Post-offer/pre-employment physical examination and 50 lb lift test.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s license
• MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.

COMMENTS

Effective:2026-2027SCHOOL YEAR
Location: Hollinger K-8 School-Ajo & 6th Ave Area
Classification: Blue Collar
FTE: 0.5 – 4 hours per day
Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin