Groundskeeper - temporary

St. Cloud School District 742; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

St. Cloud School District 742 is seeking a Groundskeeper to manage day-to-day grounds operations, safety, and outdoor facilities. The role involves snow removal, mowing, landscaping, irrigation, and supporting school events.

You will supervise seasonal staff, work outdoors year-round, and coordinate with district staff to keep grounds safe and well-maintained. Hourly, temporary through October 2026, with starting wages at $18.85/hr.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Class B license with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
• Two years job related experience is preferred.
• Bilingual ability is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in snow removal, grass cutting, athletic field marking, asphalt repairs, and equipment maintenance.
• Assist in scheduling athletic events and setting up for events.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support school district goals.
• Supervise custodial and grounds staff during summer and snow removal.
• Perform daily cleaning, mowing, raking leaves, and snow/ice removal around buildings and facilities.
• Operate and repair irrigation systems and perform small landscaping projects.
• Order and install exterior signs and maintain fencing and exterior work.
• Maintain inventory and maintenance records.

Skills

Two years job related experience

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B license with Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

TYPE OF POSITION:

Hourly; year round

Hours may vary based on program needs

Temporary, through October 2026

REPORTS TO:

Director of Building and Grounds, Head/Asst Engineers, Building Principals

SUPERVISION:

Temporary summer support staff, snow removal support staff

SALARY:

$18.85/hr (starting salary for new hires)

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Class B license with Air Brake Endorsement

Preferred

• Two years job related experience
• Bilingual

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Groundskeeper is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Groundskeeper is responsible for the day to day operation of the grounds area assigned to them, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Customer Support

• Assist in the implementation and follow through of snow removal, grass cutting, athletic field marking, asphalt repairs, asphalt striping, and maintaining of equipment
• Assist building administrators and other support staff in scheduling athletic events, setting up for these events, and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator
• Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for the purpose of assisting in the mission of the school district
• Assist in the implementation and follow through on projects assigned in buildings during slow work days and rain days
• Supervise Custodial staff and interact with district resources (carpenters, grounds personnel) to take care of building exterior and grounds
• Supervise Temporary summer support staff and snow removal support staff

Direct Service

• Perform daily cleaning (trash), mowing, raking leaves, removing snow and ice around buildings and at athletic facilities including playgrounds
• Performs small landscaping projects as assigned
• Performs maintenance/repair of equipment under their care
• Operate and repair underground irrigation systems
• Deliver gas to other buildings
• Performs licensed herbicide and pesticide applications
• Coordinate outside contractors regarding building envelope work, asphalt work and all exterior work at buildings assigned
• Takes care of ordering and installing signs as needed
• Installs and repairs exterior fencing
• Perform small welding repairs as needed

Administrative Support

• Maintains records for inventory, gas usage, snow removal contacts, and corrective/preventive maintenance records of equipment
• Maintains accurate records of exterior lighting lamps, underground irrigation line/head locations
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Continuous standing and walking
• Frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, sitting, walking, standing, hearing, talking, and seeing
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of equipment, supplies and furniture
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Frequent pushing and pulling
• Work with various chemicals and follow Material Safety Data Sheet
• Work with personal protective equipment in dealing with body fluids
• Working outside during inclement weather

BENEFITS:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at St. Cloud School District 742 Title IX Information.

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