Groundskeeper: School Grounds & Athletic Field Care

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

ASRS retirement match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain school grounds to district standards. You will perform mowing, trimming, irrigation, and landscape maintenance to keep outdoor spaces safe and attractive.

The role requires the ability to lift heavy objects, operate landscape equipment, and work early mornings, with potential overtime during events. A valid AZ driver's license is required; benefits include retirement and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Working knowledge and experience in the safe use of grounds supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas including mowing, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, and watering.
• Maintain athletic fields and irrigation systems.
• Apply fertilizers and soil amendments as required.
• Operate grounds equipment and keep inventory records.
• Assist with special landscape projects and events.
• Maintain regular and on-time attendance.
• Support other staff as needed.
• Work with Mesa Public Schools as assigned.

Skills

AZ driver's license

Grounds equipment handling

Heavy manual labor

Outdoor work

Athletic fields maintenance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a Grounds Keeper to maintain school grounds to district standards. You will perform mowing, trimming, irrigation, and landscape maintenance to keep outdoor spaces safe and attractive.

The role requires the ability to lift heavy objects, operate landscape equipment, and work early mornings, with potential overtime during events. A valid AZ driver's license is required; benefits include retirement and health coverage.