Groundskeeper

Jefferson-City-School-District; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson City School District is hiring a Groundskeeper for district-wide maintenance in Jefferson City, Missouri. This non-exempt, 12-month position reports to the Assistant Facilities Director and includes benefits per the Classified Agreement.

The role involves installing and maintaining irrigation and plantings, inspecting contractor work, and assisting with snow removal and other duties as assigned. Requires E license and pesticide license preferred.

Qualifications

• Pesticide applicators license preferred.
• Class E driver’s license, with good driving history.
• Good work attitude with a positive and pleasant disposition.
• Self-starter; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Installs, repairs and maintains irrigation systems to conserve water and keep facilities attractive.
• Designs layouts for plantings district-wide and maintains for attractiveness of facilities.
• Reviews blueprints and drawings; inspects work of contractors to ensure compliance with specs.
• Responds to emergencies during/after hours to resolve safety concerns.

Job description

Groundskeeper

Jefferson City School District District Wide - Jefferson City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5968206
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Groundkeeper, District Wide

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Location: Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Assistant Facilities Director

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:12-month employment with benefits as specified in the Classified Agreement.

PURPOSE:

Groundskeeper skilled in performing tasks in accordance with standard practices and codes on a variety of building components throughout the District. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: identifying repair and/or replacement needs; installing, repairing, and/or upgrading building components in accordance with building codes; ensuring completion of projects and work orders in a timely manner with minimal supervision; assisting other skilled trades; maintaining District tools and equipment in an acceptable manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Installs, repairs and/or replaces, winterizes and otherwise maintains a variety of District irrigation systems for the purposes of conserving water and maintaining the attractiveness of District facilities.
• Designs layouts for a variety of plantings (trees, shrubs, flowers, etc.) District wide and installs and maintains for the purpose of maintaining the attractiveness of District Facilities.
• Analyzes blue prints, schematics, and drawings and layout new construction, and inspects the work of outside contractors prior to approving for payment to ensure work meets job specifications.
• Estimates materials, labor, and/or equipment needed to complete assigned work for the purpose of obtaining necessary materials, time necessary and communicating needs with supervisor.
• Assists with painting athletic fields (soccer, football, track, etc.) as necessary for sporting events.
• Installs and maintains existing plantings and mulch beds.
• Familiar with various fertilizers and pesticides and their use and applications.
• Assist other trades in tasks as necessary.
• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours in order to resolve immediate safety concerns and minimize disruptions.
• Maintain District resources (truck, tools, equipment etc.) in a serviceable and orderly fashion.
• Assist with snow removal, which may occur outside normal working hours.
• Other duties as assigned including but not limited to: moving furniture, chairs, risers and other District resources as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pesticide applicators license preferred.
• Class E driver’s license, with good driving history.
• Good work attitude with a positive and pleasant disposition.
• Self-starter; able to work independently.

Contact person:
Human Resources
315 E Dunklin Street
Jefferson City MO 65101

573-659-3013

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION
Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees, sources of referral and applicants for employment, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with our School District are hereby notified that our School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Chalene Davis , Maintenance Supervisor
• Email: [e-mail]