Groundskeeper

Porter-Gaud School; Wappo Heights (SC); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

School-provided lunch

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

An independent educational institution in South Carolina is seeking a Groundskeeper. This full-time role involves maintaining lawns and athletic fields, operating landscape equipment, and assisting with special events. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in landscape maintenance and a valid South Carolina driver's license. The job entails outdoor work under various weather conditions and offers benefits such as health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in landscape maintenance or construction.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license and acceptable MVR.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all lawns, athletic fields, plantings, trees, and paved areas.
• Operate landscape maintenance equipment safely.
• Assist with special events and post‑event grounds cleanup.

Skills

Follow directions and work efficiently

Operate landscape equipment safely

Knowledge of irrigation systems

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Landscape maintenance equipment

Job description

About the School

Porter-Gaud School is an Episcopal, independent, coeducational day school with 1,650 students in preschool through 12th grade.

Job Summary

The Facilities Department has an opening for Groundskeeper, a 12‑month, full‑time non‑exempt position that reports directly to the Grounds Manager. The role works closely with other Facilities employees and requires full‑time availability, including during holidays, weekends, summer, and events at all Porter‑Gaud/O'Quinn campuses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all lawns, athletic fields, plantings, trees, and paved areas of the Porter‑Gaud Campus.
• Operate all landscape maintenance equipment safely and comply with all applicable safety regulations.
• Assist with special events by setting up tables/chairs, erecting tents, and performing post‑event grounds cleanup.
• Follow all department rules and policies as specified in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Grounds Manager, Plant Manager, or Director of Facilities.

Required Skills

• Follow directions and work efficiently and independently.
• Operate landscape equipment safely and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, fertilization, and herbicides is preferred.
• Work in adverse weather conditions and during extended hours.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in landscape maintenance or construction.
• Valid South Carolina driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
• High school diploma preferred (not required).

Physical Requirements

Frequent lifting of 10–20 lbs and occasional lifting of 50 lbs; continuous demands on vision, hearing, fine motor skills, speech, sitting, standing, walking, and carrying. Work is performed mostly outdoors with exposure to heat, humidity, and cold.

Benefits and Salary

Health insurance, paid leave, school‑provided lunch, and a 403(b) retirement plan. Salary commensurate with experience; $19–$23 per hour.

EEO Statement

Porter‑Gaud School is an equal opportunity employer and hires without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability. All employees are required to demonstrate a continuous commitment to intercultural competence and to uphold the school’s values of inclusivity and equity. All coding of conduct and background check procedures are strictly enforced.