School Grounds & Facilities Technician

Johnston-County-Public-Schools; Town of Smithfield (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools Facility Services in Smithfield, North Carolina is seeking a Grounds I to maintain school grounds and athletic fields. The role reports to the Grounds Supervisor/Foreman and is a full-time 12-month position in Facility Services.

The candidate should have at least basic landscaping experience, knowledge of grounds equipment, and a strong work ethic. A valid driver’s license is required and pay is per month with standard benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in landscaping maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of grounds equipment including mowing and trimming tools.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and PPE protocols.
• Must communicate efficiently with supervisor, foreman, and staff.
• Capable of operating a work truck and trailer safely.
• General knowledge of preventative maintenance on equipment such as blade changes and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Cuts lawns, trim and edges grass.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and promote growth.
• Removes leaves, debris and litter from grounds.
• Rakes and composts leaves; maintains clean grounds.
• Shovels snow from walks and driveways; applies salt/sand to prevent ice.

Skills

Reliability

Work ethic

Communication

Equipment operation

Preventative maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Zero-turn mowers

String trimmers

Edgers

Chainsaws

Hedge trimmers

Job description

Johnston County Public Schools Facility Services in Smithfield, North Carolina is seeking a Grounds I to maintain school grounds and athletic fields. The role reports to the Grounds Supervisor/Foreman and is a full-time 12-month position in Facility Services.

The candidate should have at least basic landscaping experience, knowledge of grounds equipment, and a strong work ethic. A valid driver’s license is required and pay is per month with standard benefits.