Groundskeeper- Part Time

SOUTH UMPQUA SD 19; Myrtle Creek (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

South Umpqua School District 19 in Myrtle Creek, Oregon, is seeking a part-time Groundskeeper to maintain lawns, landscaping and outdoor facilities. The role operates mowers and related equipment and requires physical work, lifting up to 50 pounds, and adherence to district safety policies.

Starting date is immediate, 16.94 to 23.42 dollars per hour, 16 hours per week over 10 months. Applicants must have a HS diploma, two years of groundskeeping experience, ability to read schematics and valid

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years’ prior experience in grounds keeping, landscaping, or related field.
• Ability to read and understand schematics.
• Valid ODL.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all applicable District policies and procedures.
• Performs routine groundskeeping duties including maintaining lawns, shrubs, trees, flowers, seeding, planting, and landscaping.
• Operate and maintain lawnmowers and sweepers and other power equipment used in grounds work (pruners, trimmers, blowers, etc.) to ensure they work effectively and safely.
• Sets-up and maintains athletic fields and tracks.
• Inventories grounds equipment and supplies.
• Assists head custodians, work crews, and other persons responsible for grounds at all schools.
• Maintains the buildings assigned to his/her keeping for the storage of supplies and equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance as assigned by head groundskeeper including some welding and fabrication.
• May work as a helper to a skilled worker in the performance of plumbing, painting, electrical, carpentry, construction, or repair.
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment.
• Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards immediately to supervisor.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Reading schematics

Effective communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Groundskeeper- Part Time

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Job Details

Job ID: 5900750
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

South Umpqua School District has an opening for a part time groundskeeper.

JOB GOAL: This position completes a variety of tasks in the general care of the assigned school and surrounding grounds. Provides safe and clean school grounds for students, staff, and community.Performs general gardening and outdoor maintenance work for District properties. Will be required to operate riding mower, hand gardening tools, leaf blower, and related equipment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years’ prior experience in and knowledge of grounds keeping, landscaping, or related field
• Ability to read and understand schematics.
• Valid ODL
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows and maintains knowledge of all applicable District policies and procedures.
• Performs routine groundskeeping duties including maintaining lawns, shrubs, trees, flowers, seeding, planting, and landscaping.
• Operate and maintain lawnmowers and sweepers and other power equipment used in grounds work (pruners, trimmers, blowers, etc.) to ensure they work effectively and safely.
• Sets-up and maintains athletic fields and tracks.
• Inventories grounds equipment and supplies.
• Assists head custodians, work crews, and other persons responsible for grounds at all schools.
• Maintains the buildings assigned to his/her keeping for the storage of supplies and equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance as assigned by head groundskeeper including some welding and fabrication.
• May work as a helper to a skilled worker in the performance of plumbing, painting, electrical, carpentry, construction, or repair.
• Performs minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment.
• Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards immediately to supervisor.
• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Good physical health and ability to perform manual labor. Physically able to perform essential job functions which include lifting 50 pounds, pushing, pulling, and carrying on a regular basis.

Assignment is16 hours per week, 10 month position ( Work schedule TBD)

Fingerprinting, Drug Screen, and Agility Test required (upon employment)

For more information contact Tabitha Roberts, 541.863.3115 ext.56008 or [e-mail]

South Umpqua School District is an equal opportunity employerand does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, parental or marital status, age, veterans’ status or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADA)

Position Type: Part Time
Salary: $16.94 to $23.42 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tabitha Roberts
• 558 SW CHADWICK LN
• Myrtle Creek, Oregon 97457
• Phone: [phone] x. 1013
• Email: [e-mail]