Temporary Groundskeeper

Pritchard Industries; Keansburg (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits Package

401K

Job summary

Pritchard Industries is seeking a Temporary Groundskeeper to maintain school grounds including lawns, athletic fields, parking lots, and walkways. You will operate and maintain mowers, trimmers, blowers, and related tools to keep outdoor spaces safe and inviting for students, staff, and the community.

The role offers 40 hours per week, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with benefits such as health insurance, 401(k), life insurance, and potential growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to pass State Background Check.
• Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or related work preferred.
• Ability to operate landscaping and grounds equipment safely.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain school grounds including lawns, gardens, athletic fields, parking lots, and walkways
• Perform lawn care tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging.
• Maintain and prepare athletic fields for practices and events
• Operate and maintain grounds equipment including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other landscaping tools
• Perform seasonal tasks such as leaf removal, snow and ice removal, and storm cleanup
• Assist with irrigation system maintenance and repairs
• Maintain landscaping including planting, pruning, and general upkeep of trees and shrubs
• Monitor grounds for safety hazards and report maintenance issues
• Assist facilities staff with outdoor event setup and special projects as needed
• Follow all district safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Lawn care

Equipment operation

Physical fitness

Valid driver’s license

Safety awareness

Background check readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Blowers

Job description

Pritchard Industries is a dynamic and innovative provider of comprehensive facility services, dedicated to enhancing the operational efficiency of our client partners in the industries we serve. With services from facility maintenance and janitorial to landscaping and snow removal, we enable desired outcomes for our clients through consistent service and outstanding people.

We are seeking to hire a Temporary Groundskeeper. You may be responsible for maintaining the safety, appearance, and functionality of district grounds and outdoor facilities. The ideal candidate will take pride in maintaining school properties, athletic fields, landscaping, and outdoor spaces to provide a safe and welcoming environment for students, staff, and the community.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain school grounds including lawns, gardens, athletic fields, parking lots, and walkways

Perform lawn care tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging.

Maintain and prepare athletic fields for practices and events

Operate and maintain grounds equipment including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other landscaping tools

Perform seasonal tasks such as leaf removal, snow and ice removal, and storm cleanup

Assist with irrigation system maintenance and repairs

Maintain landscaping including planting, pruning, and general upkeep of trees and shrubs

Monitor grounds for safety hazards and report maintenance issues

Assist facilities staff with outdoor event setup and special projects as needed

Follow all district safety procedures and equipment operating guidelines

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Must be able to pass State Background Check

Experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance, or related work preferred

Ability to operate landscaping and grounds equipment safely

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions

Valid driver’s license required.

• Full-Time Temp Position
• Pay rate: $18.50/hr
• Hours: 40hrs/week, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday
• Health Benefits Package
• Ancillary benefits-Life insurance, Long Term Disability, FSA, and Dependent Spending care
• 401K
• Opportunity for growth

Pritchard Industries participates in E-Verify.

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