Groundskeeper Full-Time at Keene School District

School Administrative Unit No; West Richland (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

NH Retirement System

Job summary

Keene School District is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to maintain outdoor spaces, athletic fields, and event setups across our facilities. This full-time role reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

The position offers competitive health and dental benefits, enrollment in NHRS, and a competitive hourly wage of $20.00–$20.88 plus a $0.75 differential. Prior grounds keeping or landscaping experience preferred, and a valid Driver's License is required.

Qualifications

• Prior grounds keeping or landscaping experience preferred.
• Driver's License and ability to safely operate grounds keeping equipment and handle pesticide applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain outdoor spaces, athletic fields and recreational areas.
• Prepare and set up grounds for events and ceremonies.
• Perform routine maintenance, erosion control and safe pesticide applications.
• Keep outdoor areas clean, safe and visually appealing year-round.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Driver's license

Pesticide application

Job description

Groundskeeper Full-Time at Keene School District JobID: 6711

• Date Posted:
  9/16/2026

The Keene School District is seeking a dedicated Groundskeeper to join our team. This role is essential for maintaining attractive, safe, and functional grounds and athletic fields across our facilities. This job reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain outdoor spaces, athletic fields (e.g., track, football), and recreational areas.
• Prepare and set up grounds for special events, assemblies, and ceremonies, including graduation.
• Perform routine grounds maintenance, erosion control, and safe application of pesticides.
• Ensure all school outdoor areas remain clean, safe, and visually appealing year-round.

Qualifications

• Prior grounds keeping or landscaping experience preferred.
• Driver's License, the ability to safely operate grounds keeping equipment and handle pesticide applications.

Full-time positions include an excellent health and dental benefits package, featuring enrollment in the New Hampshire Retirement System (NHRS). The pay is $20.00-$20.88 with a .75 cent differential.

Please refer to Keene Job Description # 3406on our website ( www.sau29.org ) under Human Resources.

The school districts comprising SAU 29 do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other legally protected class in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, NHSAU 29, 193 Maple Ave., Keene, NH 603-357-9007