Lead Grounds Technician for Fields & Facilities

Baltimore County Public Schools; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a Groundsworker to lead and participate in the maintenance of school grounds, athletic fields, and related facilities in Towson, MD. The role involves operating trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment, and coordinating work with the grounds foreperson.

Responsibilities include planning materials, reporting, preparing athletic fields for events, pruning, mowing, snow removal, and supporting other departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years grounds/landscaping experience required; additional time may substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the grounds crew. Ensure projects meet procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with foreperson and other crews; instruct and resolve issues in the field.
• Estimate time and materials; order supplies; maintain records and reports.
• Prepare athletic fields for events and maintain ball diamond fields; prune trees and shrubs.
• Operate and maintain equipment; assist in snow removal and other departments as needed.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Heavy equipment operation

Record keeping

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years grounds/landscaping experience

Tools

CDL Class A

DOT Medical Certification

Pesticide certification (Maryland)

Job description

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a Groundsworker to lead and participate in the maintenance of school grounds, athletic fields, and related facilities in Towson, MD. The role involves operating trucks, trailers, and heavy equipment, and coordinating work with the grounds foreperson.

Responsibilities include planning materials, reporting, preparing athletic fields for events, pruning, mowing, snow removal, and supporting other departments as needed.