School Groundskeeper: Craft Safe, Welcoming Outdoor Spaces

Bellflower Unified School District; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellflower Unified School District is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to keep outdoor spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for students and staff. The role involves mowing, gardening, and operating a range of grounds equipment under supervision, with attention to safety and district standards.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid California driver’s license. The position is outdoors in varying weather and may require some minor repairs and routine maintenance

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with aptitude for grounds maintenance tasks.
• Ability to operate and maintain grounds equipment safely and efficiently.
• Valid California driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, water, weed, fertilize, rake and cultivate lawns and beds.
• Operate and maintain power-driven grounds equipment.
• Inspect grounds for hazards and report concerns to staff.
• Assist with minor repairs as assigned and ensure safety of outdoor spaces.
• Maintain cleanliness and order of landscaped areas and pathways.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Mowing and edging

Operate hand tools

Safe driving

Apply chemicals

Record-keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Edgers

Blowers

Trimmers

Skid loaders

Forklifts

Job description

Bellflower Unified School District is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Worker to keep outdoor spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for students and staff. The role involves mowing, gardening, and operating a range of grounds equipment under supervision, with attention to safety and district standards.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid California driver’s license. The position is outdoors in varying weather and may require some minor repairs and routine maintenance