Groundskeeper - Grounds Maintenance

Gwinnett County Public Schools; Georgia; On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gwinnett County Public Schools is seeking a Groundskeeper to perform landscape maintenance at school campuses. The role includes tasks such as mowing, pruning, and collaborating with contractors while ensuring safety and maintaining equipment. Candidates should have a valid driver's license and a high school diploma, with experience in landscape maintenance preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia Class C Driver's License required.
• Pesticide license (CAT.24) preferred; must obtain within 180 days of employment.
• Experience in landscape maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape maintenance at school campuses, including mowing, pruning, and mulching.
• Assist with planning and supervising contractors.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles.

Skills

Ability to operate landscape equipment

Knowledge of herbicide application

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting: Groundskeeper

Date Posted: 5/7/2025

Location: Grounds Maintenance

Date Available: 05/19/2025

Job Code: Groundskeeper - 030074

Standard Hours: 40

Department: Grounds Maintenance - 262544

Employment Class: NA

Salary Range: $33,923.00 - $54,347.00 annually

Scheduled Days: 245

Target Openings: 2

Position Type: Other Classified Support Person / Groundskeeper

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia Class C Driver's License required.
• Pesticide license (CAT.24) preferred; must obtain within 180 days of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in landscape maintenance preferred.
• Ability to operate landscape equipment and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of herbicide application.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Perform landscape maintenance at school campuses, including mowing, pruning, mulching, and maintaining safety and appearance.
2. Assist with planning and supervising contractors.
3. Maintain equipment and vehicles.
4. Complete work reports and record-keeping.
5. Follow safety procedures and demonstrate hazard awareness.
6. Collaborate with team members and contracted services.
7. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, handling, reaching, and talking. Occasional sitting, climbing, stooping, and lifting up to 100 pounds. Visual and motor skills required. Exposure to outdoor weather, mechanical parts, fumes, and noise. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities.

Postings current as of 5/21/2025 7:14:54 PM CST.