Part-time Grounds Maintenance

Applitrack; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Great Plains Technology Center is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to support a safe, clean, and well-maintained campus environment in Lawton.

The position is part-time, 12 months, reports to Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor, and pays $15.00 per hour. Requires a high school diploma or equivalency; duties include mowing, trimming, operating equipment, maintaining sprinkler systems, and assisting with building maintenance as needed. Evening or weekend hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in grounds maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates grounds maintenance equipment to mow, trim, prune, and perform related landscaping work.
• Operates a backhoe and forklift
• Cleans and maintains grounds maintenance equipment
• Maintains the lawn sprinkler system
• Assists with building maintenance and other operational needs as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Mowing

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Position Type

Maintenance/Custodial/ Part-time Grounds Maintenance

Date Posted

10/7/2026

Date Available

11/09/2026

Closing Date

10/21/2026

FLSA Classification

Non-Exempt

Safety Designation

Safety Sensitive

Reports to

Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor

Campus

Lawton

Deadline

October 21, 2026

Start Date

November 9, 2026

Salary

$15.00 per hour

Contract Length

12 Month

Job Description

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Summary/Objective:

The Grounds Maintenance Worker assists with all aspects of grounds maintenance to provide a safe, clean, and well-maintained campus environment.

Essential functions:

• Operates grounds maintenance equipment to mow, trim, prune, and perform related landscaping work
• Operates a backhoe and forklift
• Cleans and maintains grounds maintenance equipment
• Maintains the lawn sprinkler system
• Assists with building maintenance and other operational needs as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Job Knowledge:

Demonstrates knowledge of seasonal plants, sprinkler systems, landscaping practices, and grounds maintenance equipment.

Communication Skills:

Communicates clearly, follows troubleshooting procedures, and collaborates with maintenance team members and other departments to address needs and resolve issues.

Professionalism:

Manages time effectively, prioritizes multiple requests, and completes assigned work reliably. Demonstrates a willingness to learn and adapt to new equipment, methods, and procedures and remains current through training and professional development.

Supervisory responsibilities:

None

Work Environment:

The Grounds Maintenance Worker works both indoors and outdoors and may be exposed to inclement weather, noise, and dust. A standard workweek, as assigned by administration, is required. Evening or weekend hours may also be required to support school activities or respond to emergencies.

Physical Demands:

This position requires physically strenuous work. While performing the duties of this position, the employee must lift, move, or position objects weighing up to 50 pounds or more; climb to elevated surfaces or rooftops; drive maintenance vehicles; and operate heavy equipment necessary to complete assigned duties.

Travel required

Occasional travel within and outside of the Great Plains Technology Center district may be required for work at other school sites, professional development, and participation in other Great Plains Technology Center activities.

Required education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalency

Preferred education and experience

• Job-related experience within a specialized field having demonstrated increasing levels of responsibility

Non-Discrimination Statement

Great Plains Technology Center does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. If you have any questions about equal opportunity please contact; Human Resources, 580-351-6761, [e-mail].

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of the Superintendent and/or their designee.

Great Plains Technology Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer