Outdoor Seasonal Caretaker

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Seasonal Outdoor Maintenance Worker to join our Facilities team. This role focuses on groundskeeping, landscaping, and outdoor maintenance to keep school campuses safe and attractive for students and staff.

The position is part-time and outdoors, with duties including mowing, planting, weed control, and general upkeep. Applicants must meet background check requirements and be able to lift up to 50 lbs, with work performed in varied weather

Qualifications

• Experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or general maintenance preferred but training available.
• Background check and clearances required by state law for school district employees.
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate riding and push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, and blowers for lawn and field maintenance.
• Assist with planting, watering, weeding, mulching, and pruning shrubs and trees.
• Perform basic outdoor maintenance such as painting fences or curbs, repairing playground equipment, and maintaining walkways.
• Empty outdoor trash and recycling receptacles and keep grounds free of litter.
• Perform basic maintenance and cleaning on hand tools and landscaping equipment.

Skills

Instruction follow-through

Teamwork

Machinery safety

Tools

Lawn mowers

Job description

Outdoor Seasonal Caretaker

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Job Details

Job ID: 5942729

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Westfield Public Schools is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Seasonal Outdoor Maintenance Worker to join our Facilities team. This position is responsible for performing a variety of groundskeeping, landscaping, and general outdoor maintenance tasks to ensure that all school campuses are safe, attractive, and well-maintained for students, staff, and the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Landscaping & Groundskeeping: Operate riding and push mowers, weed eaters, edgers, and blowers to maintain lawns, athletic fields, and common areas.


• Plant Maintenance: Assist with planting, watering, weeding, mulching, and pruning trees, shrubs, and flower beds.


• General Maintenance: Perform basic outdoor maintenance tasks including painting fences or curbs, repairing playground equipment, and maintaining walkways.


• Waste Management: Empty outdoor trash and recycling receptacles and ensure grounds are free of litter and debris.


• Equipment Care: Perform basic preventative maintenance and cleaning on hand tools and gas-powered landscaping equipment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience: Previous experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, or general maintenance is highly preferred but not required. We are willing to train the right candidate.


• Physical Ability: Must be able to perform strenuous physical labor, including lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs, bending, stooping, and standing or walking for extended periods.


• Environment: Ability to work outdoors for the duration of the shift in varying weather conditions, including summer heat and rain.


• Background Check: Must successfully pass a criminal background check and child abuse clearance as required by state law for school district employees.


• Skills: Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, work independently or as part of a team, and operate machinery safely.

Working Conditions

Work is performed almost entirely outdoors.

Seasonable position for summer and fall.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $18 to $18 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Christopher Rogers , Director of Operations and Safety


• 94 North Elm Street


• Suite 201


• Westfield, Massachusetts 01085


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]