Groundskeeper II

Young World Physical Education; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 23,143 - 34,977; Full time

Job summary

Cabarrus County School District Facilities and Operations is seeking a Groundskeeper II for full-time work in Concord, North Carolina. Responsibilities include maintaining outdoor facilities, operating grounds equipment, and performing repairs. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid pesticide license is required upon employment.

This role demands physical stamina, as employees will operate various types of grounds equipment and work in various weather conditions. A Class A CDL license must be obtained within the first year of employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; courses in irrigation design and turfgrass management preferred.
• Hold or obtain a North Carolina Class A CDL within 12 months of employment.
• Must possess a valid pesticide license upon employment.
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of grounds equipment.
• General knowledge of grounds maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and participate in maintaining outdoor facilities.
• Repair and maintain irrigation systems.
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment.
• Spray pesticides and fertilize ball fields.
• Perform snow and ice removal.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

North Carolina Class A CDL

Valid pesticide license

Grounds maintenance equipment operation

Knowledge of irrigation systems

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to work outdoors

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tractors

Backhoes

Dump trucks

Pesticide equipment

Job description

Groundskeeper II

Employer: Cabarrus County School District Facilities and Operations

Location: Concord, North Carolina

Job ID: 5780220

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.80 to $25.39 per hour (Pay Grade NC04)

Job Description

Performs difficult semi‑skilled work supervising and participating in the functions required to maintain operational, safe, and visually appealing outdoor facilities along with related structures and equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. Employee must exercise independent judgment and initiative in performing assigned duties. Employee must also exercise tact and courtesy in contact with various school officials. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Grounds Manager.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; courses in irrigation design and turfgrass management preferred.
• Hold or obtain a North Carolina Class A CDL within 12 months of employment. Must maintain a safe driving record.
• Possess a valid pesticide license upon employment.
• Experience in operation and maintenance of grounds equipment: tractors, loaders, dump trucks, backhoes, skid steers, dingos, and small engine equipment such as hedge trimmers, chain saws, blowers, pressure washers, etc.
• General knowledge of grounds maintenance and operations: irrigation systems, athletic fields, turf maintenance, herbicides and pesticides, fence installation/repair, concrete and asphalt repair, pruning and trimming shrubs and trees.
• General knowledge of safety precautions applicable to grounds maintenance.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work in extreme climate conditions.
• Ability to work without full‑time supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Some knowledge of computers and electronic devices.
• Experience in irrigation system maintenance and installation and turfgrass management preferred.

Reports To

Grounds Manager

Essential Functions

• Repairs and maintains irrigation systems.
• Provides limited turfgrass management training to miscellaneous CCS Staff.
• Operates and maintains tractors, bush hogs, backhoes, bobcats, chippers, dump trucks and other equipment.
• Sprays pesticides, fertilizes, and aerates ball fields; installs sod, grass seed, and straw.
• Maintains the grass, shrubbery, trees, walkways, steps and retaining walls of all school properties.
• Maintains and installs signs.
• Assists with maintenance of stormwater retention ponds.
• Clears storm drains and picks up trash.
• Repairs fencing, concrete and asphalt.
• Provides limited training to other grounds‑keeping personnel in grounds‑keeping functions and equipment operation.
• Performs snow and ice removal.
• Performs related work as required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including backhoes, bobcats, graders, weed eaters, edgers, blowers, hedge clippers, chain saws, shovels, rakes, etc.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must be able to exert up to 150 pounds of force occasionally; up to 75 pounds of force frequently; and up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Work is generally in a loud noise location (grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).
• Work frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and occasionally requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to extreme cold, exposure to extreme heat and exposure to vibration.
• Physical demand requirements are medium work.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Contact Information

• Caroline Weaver, Facilities Specialist
• Email: [e-mail]