Groundskeeper

Young World Physical Education; Bloomfield (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Bloomfield, NM, is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain school grounds through various landscaping duties. Responsibilities include maintaining sprinkler systems, ensuring the upkeep of playing fields, and performing preventive equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and good communication skills. This full-time position requires working outdoors in various weather conditions, with an emphasis on keeping the grounds healthy and well-maintained.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation and a current driver’s license are required.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair irrigation/sprinkler systems is needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds daily through landscaping duties.
• Maintain all sprinkler and irrigation systems.
• Preventive maintenance on all grounds equipment.

Skills

Pesticide/herbicide knowledge

Mechanical abilities

Good judgment

Communication skills

Reliability

Ability to work outdoors

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

Groundskeeper

Bloomfield NM Maintenance Department - Bloomfield, New Mexico

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Job Details

Job ID: 5417831

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 24, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Grounds Maintenance

Supervisor: District Facilities Manager

Non-Exempt

General Job Description:

Maintain school grounds daily through landscaping duties (mowing, weed eating; trimming of bushes & trees; raking, blowing and bagging leaves; emptying trash cans, etc.)

Maintain all sprinkler systems/irrigation systems throughout the district.

Maintain district’s playing fields and grounds.

All fence repair and exterior painting as needed.

Preventive maintenance on all grounds equipment in season and out of season.

Shovel Snow and keep sidewalks free of snow, ice and debris.

Other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

Contract Days: 260

Contract Hours: 40/week

Qualifications:

High school graduation or equivalent. Must have reliable transportation, a current driver’s license, clean driving record and participate in a defensive driving course. Pesticide/herbicide knowledge a plus. Mechanical abilities, good judgment, communication skills. Must work well with staff members inside and outside of the department. Must be reliable and able to work in outdoor cold and heat. Ability to troubleshoot and repair irrigation/sprinkler systems. Need to be self-motivated in keeping grounds green and weed free during growing season and all landscape healthy during dormant season.

Physical Requirements:

Sitting: 2 hours daily

Standing: 1 hour daily

Walking: 5 hours daily

Lifting: 51-100 lbs. – occasionally

26 – 50 lbs. – occasionally

0-25 lbs. – frequently

above shoulders – rarely

above waist – occasionally

above knees – frequently

Carrying (two handed):

51-100 lbs. – occasionally

26 – 50 lbs. – occasionally

0 – 25 lbs. – frequently

Carrying (one handed):

51-100 lbs. – rarely

26 – 50 lbs. – occasionally

0 – 25 lbs. – frequently

Repetitive hand use – push/pull

51 – 100 lbs. – occasionally

26 – 50 lbs. – occasionally

0 – 25 lbs. – frequently

Simple grasping:

Right hand – yes

Left hand – yes

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Nicholas Allen , Manager
• Maintenance Department
• Email: [e-mail]