School Grounds & Maintenance Technician

TrulyHired; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Gainesville City Schools is seeking a Maintenance Grounds Worker to support groundskeeping and custodial duties across campuses under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance & Operations. The role focuses on safety, cleanliness, and reliable service for students and staff.

The position requires physical stamina to operate equipment, perform mowing, edging, cleaning, and basic repairs. Candidates should be dependable, able to respond to emergencies, and willing to work variable hours as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of grounds maintenance tasks including edging, mowing, trimming, waste removal, fertilizing, sod installation and planting.
• Performs custodial tasks such as emptying and cleaning waste receptacles, washing windows, dusting, cleaning vents and changing light bulbs.
• May perform minor maintenance and repairs on structures and equipment (plumbing, masonry, carpentry, irrigation).
• Operates light equipment and machinery (lawn mower, pickup truck) and hand tools (hammer, shovel, rake, wrenches).
• Responds to emergencies and hazardous conditions; works flexible hours including weekends and holidays.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Custodial tasks

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

Gainesville City Schools is seeking a Maintenance Grounds Worker to support groundskeeping and custodial duties across campuses under the supervision of the Director of Maintenance & Operations. The role focuses on safety, cleanliness, and reliable service for students and staff.

The position requires physical stamina to operate equipment, perform mowing, edging, cleaning, and basic repairs. Candidates should be dependable, able to respond to emergencies, and willing to work variable hours as