Grounds Worker - Temporary (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Sylvania; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a temporary grounds worker to assist in maintaining school grounds and athletic fields at the Sahuaro High School area (Broadway & Camino Seco). This full-time, 8-hour per day position is for the 2026-2027 school year and ends on 06/30/2027.

Community-supported rate increases are noted in the posting. Requirements include basic math, clear English communication, and the ability to follow written/graphic and oral instructions.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining school grounds and athletic playing fields.

Skills

Basic math

Verbal & written communication in Eng

Job description

Now Hiring with Higher Pay! Thanks to community support, our posted rates now include increases funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031.

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: Sahuaro High School-Broadway & Camino Seco Area
• Classification: Blue Collar
• FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day
• Work Calendar: 12 month

This is a temporary position and will end on 06/30/2027

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.