School Grounds Steward: Lawn & Landscape Tech

Johnston County Public Schools; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnston County Public Schools in Smithfield, North Carolina, is seeking a Grounds II for Facility Services. The role focuses on developing and maintaining school grounds, athletic fields, and drainage systems to enhance the school environment.

The position is full-time (12 months) with immediate opening and reports to the Grounds Supervisor/ Foreman. Compensation is paid according to Pay Grade 58, and duties include landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and safety adherence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Cuts lawns, trims and edges grass.
• Prunes shrubs and trees to shape growth.
• Removes damaged leaves, branches, or twigs.
• Drives trucks and transports tractor and ground maintenance equipment.
• Performs ground maintenance with mowers and heavy power equipment.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Mowers

Heavy power equipment

Sprayers

Job description

Johnston County Public Schools in Smithfield, North Carolina, is seeking a Grounds II for Facility Services. The role focuses on developing and maintaining school grounds, athletic fields, and drainage systems to enhance the school environment.

The position is full-time (12 months) with immediate opening and reports to the Grounds Supervisor/ Foreman. Compensation is paid according to Pay Grade 58, and duties include landscape maintenance, equipment operation, and safety adherence.