Groundskeeper

GILBERT PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbert Public Schools is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain athletic fields and grounds, coordinating irrigation schedules with site administrators and coaches. You will help ensure equipment is safe and ready for events, while keeping landscapes neat and accessible for students and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma and a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. It offers an 8-hour day within a 12-month schedule, with pay starting at $17.89 per hour and based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors in varying weather.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with site administrators and coaches for irrigation schedules and field prep.
• Maintains grounds and athletic equipment for safe operating condition.
• Removes unwanted plants, shrubs, trees, or weeds.
• Maintains landscaping and athletic fields (mowing, pruning, trimming).
• Inspects playgrounds on each visit and repairs playground equipment as needed.
• Posts for assemblies and athletic events by preparing grounds and fields.

Skills

Irrigation adjustments

Equipment maintenance

Grounds maintenance

Playground inspection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowers

Irrigation systems

Landscaping equipment

Job description

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Openings as of 8/23/2026

Groundskeeper JobID: 18111

• Date Posted:
  8/21/2026
• Location:
  Operations
• Date Available:
  09/21/2026
• Closing Date:
  10/21/2026

Position Length: 12 Month Long
Job Grade: 109
Hourly Rate: $17.89 and up depending on experience
Hours Per Day:8
Application Procedure:
Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please follow these steps: Step One Step Two

Groundskeeper
Purpose Statement
The job of Groundskeeper is done for the purpose of maintaining attractive grounds areas and athletic fields; ensuring the availability of required equipment; protecting against erosion; maintaining grounds for assemblies, recreational activities and/or athletic events; and ensuring assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner.
Essential Functions

• Coordinates with site administrators and athletic coaches for the purpose of adjusting irrigation schedules and field preparation.
• Maintains grounds keeping and athletic equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Removes unwanted plants, shrubs, trees, or weeds that are growing out of place.
• Maintains landscaping and athletic fields (e.g. mow/trim lawns, prunes, trims trees/hedges, etc.) for the purpose of preserving grounds in a healthy, attractive and safe condition.
• Tills sand areas and inspects the playgrounds on every visit.
• Plants various landscaping materials (e .g. lawns, shrubbery, flowers, lawns, etc.) for the purpose of keeping the areas attractive and protecting against erosion.
• Prepares grounds and athletic fields (e.g. courtyards, flower beds, layout/line fields, stripping, etc.) for the purpose of providing adequate, attractive and safe areas for assemblies, recreational activities and/or athletic events.
• Re-pairs playground equipment and irrigation components (e.g. broken lines, sprinkler heads, etc.) for the purpose of providing a functional and safe environment.
• Requests materials, supplies and equipment for the purpose of ensuring that adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Transport various items (e.g. athletic and/or grounds keeping equipment, supplies, fertilizer, etc.) for the purpose of providing materials at job sites and between school sites as required to complete tasks.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Performs other duties or projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements
Mental Requirements
Learning Development- Level B Sufficient to read and write technical information and instructions, perform basic arithmetic calculations, understand commonly used procedures and methods, or operate equipment that requires some training. Learning development is equivalent to completion of a high school curriculum.
Problem Solving - Level 1 Work situations are routine and regularly recurring, requiring attention and concentration, but limited discretion, consideration, and planning to adequately respond and carry out work activities.
Physical Requirements
Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Physical Effort - Level 2 Job requires light physical effort as a part of regular work routine, such as frequent standing and walking; frequent lifting, guiding, and/or carrying of light-weight materials or equipment; occasional periods of sustained effort.
Social Requirements
Human Relations Skill- Level A Job requires ordinary conversational skills and courtesy to exchange Routine information, provide routine assistance, and/or help maintain harmony among work associates.
Scope of Contacts - Level 1 The important job contacts are with peers in the immediate work group and immediate supervisor. Occasional contact with individuals outside the organization may occur.
Work Environment
Performance Environment - Level A Changes in environments, work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and irregularities in work schedule are infrequent.
Physical Working Conditions - Level 2 Somewhat disagreeable conditions. Work may be performed in cramped or awkward positions. occasional exposure to safety hazards, disease, or contamination results in chance for lost-time accidents. Occasional exposure to noise, temperature extremes, etc
Accountability
Level of Accountability -Level B Responsible for producing journey-level work output on an independent basis subject to supervisory direction and review.
Organizational Impact - Level 1 Work results impact the immediate work section with little effect beyond. Responsible for results or services that facilitate the work of others in a specific work group.
Experience, Education, and Certifications
Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed.
Compensation Details
FLSA Status: Non Exempt
Pay Schedule: Hourly - Grade 109
Work Calendar: Support 12 Month Long
Non Discrimination Statement Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District's activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.