Part Time Groundskeeper

Wayne County Public Schools; Goldsboro (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Wayne County Public Schools is seeking a part-time Groundskeeper to maintain school grounds using simple tools. Responsibilities include mowing, trimming, planting, and cleaning while ensuring grounds look presentable. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, relevant experience, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Relevant grounds work experience required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds including planting, cultivating, pruning, and cutting plants.
• Routine tasks include mowing, trimming, and cleaning grounds.
• Clear drainage ditches and shovel snow as required.

Skills

Knowledge of groundskeeping and horticulture

Understanding of pruning and cultivation

Ability to follow instructions

Skill in using gardening tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

TITLE:

Part Time Groundskeeper

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED and/or relevant grounds work experience.

REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to bend, push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs.
Valid driver's license with a clean record.
Ability to operate power tools and lawn equipment.

REPORTS TO:

Grounds Crew Leader

JOB GOAL:

Maintain grounds using simple tools, including planting, cultivating, pruning, and cutting plants, trees, shrubs, grass, and flowers.

Work is routine and repetitive; detailed instructions are provided, and issues are referred to a supervisor. Performance is evaluated based on grounds appearance.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Cuts lawns.
• Trims and edges.
• Prunes shrubs and trees.
• Removes damaged plant material.
• Rakes and disposes of leaves.
• Cleans grounds and removes litter.
• Shovels snow and applies salt and sand to prevent ice buildup.
• Plants and waters grass, flowers, and shrubs.
• Clears drainage ditches and culverts.
• Sharpen tools.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of groundskeeping and horticulture.
• Understanding of pruning, cultivation, and spraying requirements.
• Ability to perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Skill in using and sharpening gardening tools.

Terms of Employment:

Part-time, 25 hours/week, temporary, seasonal, at-will, non-exempt under FLSA.

Salary:

$15.00/hour, no health benefits.

Evaluations:

Performance assessments in accordance with board and policy guidelines.