Groundskeeper

Young World Physical Education; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 34,522 - 35,011; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Glassboro Public Schools is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain school grounds, including lawns, irrigation systems, and athletic fields, on a twelve-month contract.

Starting immediately, the role offers a salary of $34,522 to $35,011 per year, with benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance. Applicants must have a high school diploma and be able to lift up to 50 lbs, with fingerprint/background clearance. Reports to Buildings and Grounds Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Fingerprint and background clearance.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Effective communication and ability to follow school policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and beautiful grounds for school property.
• Mow, trim, water, fertilize lawns; care for shrubs and trees.
• Maintain irrigation systems, timers, valves, and pumps.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading/comprehension

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Computers & email

Job description

Groundskeeper

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Job Details

Job ID: 5821516

Application Deadline: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 07, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Glassboro Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates in the capacity of a Groundskeeper. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

JOB GOAL/MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining clean and beautiful grounds for school property.

• Planting, trimming, watering, fertilizing, and caring for the lawn.
• Routine maintenance of the drip system, sprinkler system, and irrigation time clocks.
• Repair timers, control valves, sprinkler heads, pumps, etc.
• Operate lawn mowers, weed eaters, trimmers, blowers, tractors with attachments, and pull trailers.
• Maintain the lining sports fields for football, baseball, and soccer.
• Carry out daily and long‑range work orders assigned.
• Clean and remove debris, litter, snow from all campus walks including sidewalks, roads, and driveways.
• Weed and cultivate all shrubs and trees.
• Spread salt on public passageways to prevent ice buildup.
• Empty campus waste and containers.
• Prepare flower beds for growing annuals.
• Plant grass, flowers, trees, shrubs.
• Clean and maintain all gardens.
• Cleans out drainage ditches and culverts.

REPORTS TO: Buildings and Grounds Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma; fingerprint and background clearance; experience with computers, email, and work order systems; ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; effective communication skills and ability to understand and follow school policies; ability to operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently; knowledge of hand and power tools; ability to work alone and stay on task; ability to lift up to 50 lbs, exert 50‑60 lbs of force, and push, pull, or move objects.

Terms of Employment

This is a twelve (12) month position with salary and contract terms to be negotiated with the Superintendent and the Board of Education.

Evaluation

Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Benefits

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance. Tuition reimbursement available.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $34,522 to $35,011 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

EEO Statement

GPSD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, immigration status, association with a group with one or more actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The Title IX Coordinator’s contact information 856‑652‑2700 ext. 6305, or by mail, 560 Bowe Blvd, Glassboro, NJ 08028. It is the policy of GPSD to maintain a drug‑free workplace. If needed, individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request accommodation.