Grounds Worker (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District in Tucson, AZ is hiring a grounds maintenance assistant to help keep school grounds and athletic fields in good condition.

The role is blue-collar, 0.5 to 4 hours per day, 12-month calendar. Requires FBI background check, immunizations, valid AZ driver’s license, and a pre-employment physical and MVR check. Positions may start in 2026-2027 with district salary schedules.

Qualifications

• Basic arithmetic skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.
• Verbal and written communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining school grounds and athletic playing fields.

Skills

Basic math

English 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: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Booth-Fickett Math & Science Magnet School - Broadway & Kolb Area

Classification: Blue Collar

FTE: .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.