Groundskeeper

Ithaca City School District; City of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Ithaca City School District is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain and beautify district grounds, athletic facilities, and outdoor areas. The role involves mowing, planting, and seasonal field upkeep across district facilities, with a focus on safety and cleanliness.

The position requires physical labor, knowledge of grounds maintenance practices, and eligibility for Civil Service appointment. Work is performed on-site across district locations with a 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and techniques.
• Willingness to perform physical labor.
• Mechanical aptitude and dependability.
• Eligibility for appointment as a Groundskeeper by Civil Service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain lawns by mowing, raking, cutting, rolling, reseeding and fertilizing.
• Plant and care for trees, shrubs, and flowers.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of athletic fields, tracks, playgrounds, and other recreational areas.
• Remove snow and ice from walks, driveways, steps and building entrances.
• Make deliveries, load and unload materials, and move furniture and equipment.
• Other related work as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Grounds maintenance knowledge

Snow removal

Physical labor

Following instructions

Job description

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850

NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

Position Title:

Groundskeeper

Brief Description:

Maintain grounds by mowing, raking, cutting, rolling, reseeding and fertilizing lawns; Plant and care for trees, shrubs, and flowers; Assist in the preparation and maintenance of baseball diamonds, football fields, running tracks, playgrounds, and other athletic and recreational areas; Remove snow and ice from walks, driveways, steps, and building entrances; keeps grounds free of litter and debris; Make deliveries, load and unload materials and move furniture and equipment. Other related work as directed by supervisor

Location(s):

District Wide

Anticipated Start Date:

10/20/2025

Posting Dates:

9/17/2025-Until Filled

Number of Vacancies:

up to 3

Hours per Week:

40

Civil Service Jurisdictional Class:

Labor

Required Qualifications:

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Must be eligible for appointment as a Groundskeeper by Civil Service

Civil Service Requirements:

• Good knowledge of grounds maintenance practices and techniques; working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of manual and mechanical equipment used in grounds maintenance and snow removal; ability to follow oral and written instructions; willingness to perform physical labor; mechanical aptitude; dependability; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Salary Range:

$17.68hr.in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.