Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, the Groundskeeper performs a variety of grounds, turf, and landscape maintenance duties across district properties and provides snow and ice removal to keep grounds safe, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and the community.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, trim, water, fertilize, and maintain lawns, athletic fields, and turf areas.
• Plant, prune, cultivate, and care for trees, shrubs, flower beds, and other landscaping.
• Maintain athletic fields and grounds for games, practices, and district events, including lining and marking fields.
• Collect and remove trash, leaves, and debris; keep sidewalks, parking lots, and entrances clean and clear.
• Perform snow and ice removal, including plowing, shoveling, and salting of drives, lots, and walkways.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds equipment such as mowers, tractors, trimmers, blowers, and small trucks.
• Apply fertilizers and herbicides according to label directions and applicable regulations.
• Perform minor repairs to irrigation systems, fencing, and grounds fixtures. Assist maintenance and custodial staff and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Michigan driver's license required; Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.
• One year of grounds, landscaping, or related experience preferred.
• Ability to safely operate grounds equipment and hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic grounds maintenance practices and safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and work reliably in all weather conditions.
• Pesticide applicator certification a plus, or willingness to obtain.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and operate motorized equipment.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to varying weather, noise, dust, fumes, and chemicals.
• May require early morning, evening, or weekend hours during snow events or district activities.

Employee Group

Haslett Applied Services Association (HASA)

Reports to:

Director of Facilities

Terms of Employment

Full-time, non-exempt hourly, year-round; in accordance with HASA contract schedule A

Equal Opportunity Employment

Haslett Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, or a related condition), age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected status, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.