Part-Time Grounds Keeper (Job ID #645)

Part-Time Grounds Keeper

The Sanford School Department is seeking a reliable and hardworking individual for a part-time seasonal grounds position. This role is responsible for maintaining the grounds and landscaping at our school properties throughout the spring, summer, and fall months. With potential to possibly work some weekend/evening hours. Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Lawn mowing and trimming
• Weed whacking and edging
• Parking lot striping and maintenance
• Grounds repair and landscaping tasks (mulching, pruning, planting, etc.)
• Debris and litter removal from grounds
• Operating grounds keeping equipment (mowers, weed trimmers, etc.)
• Maintaining cleanliness of grounds keeping equipment and storage areas
  
  

Qualifications

• Ability to operate grounds keeping equipment safely
• Physical ability to perform manual labor tasks involving bending, lifting, etc.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Previous grounds experience preferred
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Current Maine CHRC (fingerprinting) or ability to obtain
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• Pass a criminal back ground check and pre-employment physical
• Ability to work alone and/or part of a team
• Ability to climb and work from a ladder
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the district (i.e. hours, locations, duties, etc.)
• Physical abilities - able to work on your feet for several hours a day and lift up to 50lbs
• Personal qualities - dependable, honest, enthusiastic, approachable, self-motivated
• Professional qualities - detail-oriented, self-directed and able to communicate effectively
• Must be 18 years or older to apply
• Hold a valid driver’s license & clean driving record
  
  

Physical Abilities And Working Conditions

• Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.
• Environmental Requirements: High dust, dirt environment. Regular exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles. Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal or basic written instructions. Ability to learn and apply safety procedures and standards.
  
  

The Sanford School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.