Groundskeeper - Lincoln Public Schools

Lincoln Public Schools; Lincoln (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Public Schools in Lincoln, Rhode Island is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain safe, sanitary athletics and school facilities for students, staff, and the public. You will perform daily cleaning, routine maintenance, and support for events across all schools.

Essential duties include lawn care, landscaping, field preparation for PE and athletics, equipment operation, and minor repairs as directed by the facilities leadership.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety practices and use of custodial equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks for long periods.
• Reliability, punctuality and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Keep buildings and premises neat and clean according to schedules and checklists.
• Cut grass around all school buildings and trim hedges, shrubs, and trees.
• Plant flowers and maintain landscaping as directed.
• Rake leaves and grass cuttings; landscape as needed.
• Operate riding and push mowers and line marking machines.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and report repairs promptly.

Skills

Cleaning techniques

Safety practices

Custodial equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Groundskeeper - Lincoln Public Schools

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Job Details

Job ID: 5906121

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Lincoln Public Schools is seeking a Groundskeeper to provide students, staff, and the public a safe, sanitary, and attractive facility.

Essential Functions: To provide students, staff, and the public a clean, safe, and well-maintained facility. This role involves daily cleaning, routine maintenance and support for school events and operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• 1.Keep buildings and premises, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways and play areas neat and clean at all times in accordance with established work schedules/checklists.
• 2.Cut grass around all school buildings.
• 3. Trim any hedges, shrubs, and trees.
• 4. Plant flowers, grass, tress, etc where necessary.
• 5. Rake leaves and grass cuttings.
• 6. Landscape where necessary at the direction of the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Building Administrator.
• 7. Pick up litter around all schools, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways.
• 8. Operate both riding and push mowers.
• 9. Operate line marking machines.
• 10. Perform preventative maintenance on all equipment used.
• 11. Shovels, plows, and or sand walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps as necessary.
• 12. Reports major repairs needed promptly to Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance, and Building Administrator.
• 13. Plant grass, fertilize, and cut to prescribed height.
• 14. Prepare all fields at the Elementary level for physical education.
• 15. Prepare all fields at the Secondary level for physical education, intramural, and interscholastic athletics.
• 16. Prepare, condition and maintain all athletic fields for practices and games at the direction of the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Athletic Director.
• 17. Reconstruct pitching mound at the direction of Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Athletic Director.
• 18. Rake and grate infield, baseline, and home plate area, as needed.
• 19. Maintain track for usage by all track teams.
• 20. Repair and paint spectator and team benches as needed.
• 21. Repair and paint chain link fences as needed.
• 22. Assist systemwide maintenance crew with snow removal.
• 23. Immediately report any damage to school property to the Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation, Lead Maintenance, and Building Administrator.
• 24. Fill the position of Custodian Floater covering vacations, sick time and emergencies.
• 25. Perform all outside maintenance within the limits of ability.
• 26. Other related duties as may be assigned by Director of Facilities, Security & Transportation and/or Building Administrator.

This is a twelve (12) month position. Hourly rate, benefits, and hours of work are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $21 to $21 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Welcome to Lincoln School District

Nestled in northern Rhode Island, the Lincoln Public School District contains six schools. The four elementary schools – Saylesville, Lonsdale, Central Lincoln, and Northern Lincoln – all four offer full day kindergarten. Northern Lincoln Elementary also offers a pre-school program.Lincoln also has one middle school and one high school. The total enrollment for Lincoln Public Schools (as of March 2023) remains steady at approximately 3,330 students.In August 2016, Lincoln High School was given a silver medal by US New & World Report’s ranking of top high schools throughout the country. This is an award only 10% of U.S. schools receive.Each of Lincoln’s four elementary schools received bronze medals in Rhode Island’s Healthier School Challenge contest, hosted by the United State Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services in 2015. The challenge recognizes outstanding nutrition and physical activity programs.

Job Requirements

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  1.High school diploma or equivalent
  2.Prior custodial, janitorial or facilities experience preferred
  3.Basic knowledge of cleaning techniques, safety practices and use of custodial equipment
  4.Ability to lift, move or carry objects up to 50 lbs. and perform physical tasks such as bending, climbing and standing for long periods
  5.Good communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team
  6.Reliability, punctuality and commitment to maintaining a safe, clean learning environment
  
  The minimum qualifications listed above are required of all applicants for this position.
  Custodian - 2nd Shift (Hours: 2:30pm - 11pm during school year; 6:00am - 2:30pm in summer)
  This is a 260 day (12 month) position. Salary, benefits and hours of work are in accord with the contract in force.
  Also required after offer:
  Fingerprinted BCI required upon offer of employment
  Citizenship, residency or work visa required
  Additional qualifications shall include but not be limited to the following: personal integrity; sense of humor, patience; ability to discern essentials; willingness to promote the general goals of the school district.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Anthony Feola , Director of Facilities & Security
• PO Box 367
• 135 Old River Road
• Lincoln, Rhode Island 02865
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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