Groundskeeper- Maintenance - 2025-2026 School Year

Young World Physical Education; Tomball (TX); On-site; USD 16,502 - 23,503; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Groundskeeper for the 2025-2026 school year to ensure the quality maintenance of grounds and playing fields. Responsibilities include operating large mowers and maintaining irrigation systems. Ideal candidates should have experience in grounds maintenance, a high school diploma, and a valid Texas driver's license. This full-time position offers a starting pay of $14.52 per hour, with physical demands such as lifting up to 75 pounds and working in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Three years work in grounds maintenance with tools.
• Three plus years of grounds experience or related field.
• Possess valid class C Texas Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Assist Grounds Foreman on day to day activities.
• Complete daily reports and material requests.
• Maintain equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
• Assist in transporting and setup of equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance experience

Ability to operate large mowers

Irrigation system maintenance

Driving skills with class C license

Working independently

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Large mowers

Tractors

Trucks for equipment transport

Job description

Groundskeeper‑Maintenance 2025‑2026 School Year

Tomball ISD MAINTENANCE – TOMBALL, Texas (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5495250

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 09, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To work cooperatively using technical skills to guide efficient, quality maintenance of all grounds and playing fields

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience:

Three years work in grounds maintenance using full array of grounds keeping tools with experience caring for highly manicured fields.

Special Knowledge/Skills/Experience:

Three plus year grounds experience or related field

Ability to operate large mowers and tractors

Irrigation system maintenance

Posses a valid class C Texas Drivers License

Ability to operate trucks pulling trailers with equipment

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist Grounds Foreman on day to day activities
• Complete daily reports, logs and material requests as necessary
• Repairs to irrigation systems
• Maintain and perform daily preventative maintenance on equipment
• Assist in field layout and striping
• Attend classes to seek professional growth in field
• Assist in transporting, setup of equipment as necessary for athletic or district events
• Operate large area reel mowers, paint sprayers, and other field maintenance vehicles and equipment
• Ability to work independently as directed by the Grounds Foreman

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying (up to 75 pounds). Operate machinery. Work outside and around moving objects or vehicles. Exposure to extreme temperatures, loud noises, chemicals, paints, and solvents. Modified work schedule and over time as necessary to support athletic events.

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay grade: 2- Auxiliary

Days: 240

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.52 Per Hour