Groundskeeper

Morris School District; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription and dental

Sick, personal and vacation days

Job summary

Morris School District is seeking a grounds and maintenance employee to perform routine care of the grounds and landscaping across district properties. This full-time, 12-month position requires the ability to mow, trim, edge, seed, lime, water fields, and maintain outdoor equipment.

Candidates must have a Black Seal Boiler License within two years of employment and hold a valid driver's license. Availability for after-hours emergencies and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform duties in grounds and landscaping maintenance.
• Availability for emergency after-hours service as assigned.
• Ability to interact effectively with staff and others.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and operate outdoor equipment safely.
• Must possess or obtain Black Seal Boiler License within two years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Care for grounds and landscaping on district properties.
• Mow, weed, trim grass, trees, shrubs as needed.
• Keep walks clear of debris and patch as needed.
• Lime, seed, water fields and planting beds as directed.
• Maintain and repair outdoor equipment and grounds fixtures.
• Remove snow and ice from walkways and parking lots as weather dictates.
• Assist in plant operation and maintenance as directed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Skills

Teamwork

Emergency on-call

Heavy lifting

On-site maintenance

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Education

Black Seal Boiler License

Job description

• Position Type: Morris School District/ Buildings and Grounds
• Date Posted: 10/20/2026
• Location: Morris School District
• Date Available: TBD
• Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

Reports to: Director of Facilities and/or designee

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to perform in areas of responsibility and an ability to obtain training for same.
• Must be available to provide needed services on an emergency basis after normal working hours as assigned by the Director of Facilities and/or designee.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. frequently.
• Must possess, or acquire within two years of employment, a Black Seal Boiler License. This provision does not apply to anyone hired prior to July 7, 1997.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass 90-day probation period.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the proper care and maintenance of the grounds and landscaping located within Morris School District properties.
• Mow, weed and trim all grass, trees, shrubs and plantings on a regular basis and as necessary.
• Keep walks clean and grounds free of paper, bottles, cans and other debris. This includes sweeping walks on a regular basis and patching as needed.
• Lime and seed all grounds as directed.
• Apply water to playing fields, trees and planting beds as the need dictates.
• Mulch and edge beds and plantings.
• Line, fill, drag, roll, clean and maintain fields for physical education classes and athletic events as needed.
• Rake and remove leaves and dead branches from the grounds to an appropriate disposal site.
• Erect and repair fences where needed.
• Fill low areas and ditches to provide proper drainage.
• Maintain and repair outdoor equipment, i.e., backstops, sleds, goal posts, playground equipment, etc.
• Line, paint and maintain driveways and parking lots as needed.
• Remove snow and ice from walkways and parking lots as weather dictates.
• Remove sand and other debris from walks as soon as frozen material melts.
• Maintain equipment, machinery and signs.
• Assist in the operation and maintenance of the plant as directed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or his designees.

Contract Term of Employment: Full-time, 12-months, 8-hour day exclusive of ½ hour lunch

Salary

In accordance with the established TEAM Salary Guide currently ranging from $35,000 to $52,000

Benefits

Full time employees are eligible for medical, prescription and dental benefits. Sick, personal and vacation day allotments are included.

Effective September 1, 2011,The New Jersey First Act implemented May 17, 2011, requires all employees of a school district to reside in the state of New Jersey. Employees of the Morris School District hired after the effective date who do not reside in the State of New Jersey at the time of hire have one year from the effective date of employment to relocate their primary residence to New Jersey. Employees of the school district hired prior to the September 1, 2011 effective date of this Act are grandfathered and are not required to relocate to New Jersey.