Seasonal Grounds Worker - Districtwide

Position Type:
Seasonal Staff

Date Posted:
1/16/2026

Location:
District Wide
Seasonal Grounds Worker - Sheridan County School District No. 2

SCSD2 is seeking motivated individuals to work in a full-time, summer position maintaining district grounds. This position is 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday starting in May.


HOURLY WAGE: $16.50

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be 18 years of age or older.
2. Must maintain a valid driver's license.
3. Must demonstrate ability to operate and maintain lawn mowing equipment.
4. Ability to work independently and in small groups.
5. Must be able to read and understand the English language as it relates to chemical labels and safety instructions.
6. Able to lift upwards of 50 pounds and bend, lift, and stand for extended periods.

REPORTS TO: Direct supervisor

JOB GOAL: To perform basic landscaping and grounds responsibilities such as planting, mowing, pulling weeds, and maintaining the outside appearance of district buildings.


PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Mow lawns and collect any trash, rubbish, and waste.
2. Apply pesticide to rid grounds of pests such as mosquitos, wasps, and ticks.
3. Sweep and blow off debris from walkways.
4. Cut down tree limbs that are overgrown or pose a danger.
5. Notify the repair coordinator of equipment that needs fixed.
6. Edge, rake, mulch, and prune as needed.
7. May drive a truck (sometimes with a trailer) to various district locations, ensuring proper storage of equipment during transport.
8. Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste.
9. Follow all district safety procedures. Report all accidents/incidents immediately to the supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Upper body strength to lift up to 40 pounds and carry more than 50 feet throughout the workday and lift 75 pounds to waist height.
2. Lower body strength to stand and walk throughout the day or to sit throughout the day.
3. Ability to work at heights in excess of 10 feet from ladders, catwalks, roof tops, etc.
4. Ability to use proper PPE when working around or when in contact with items that affect senses (i.e. - chemicals, loud equipment).
5. Need to be adaptable to varying temperatures and climates encountered outdoors.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is a temporary, seasonal position for the summer. Employment cannot exceed six months.


Sheridan County School District No. 2 does not discriminate on the basis of economic status, intellectual ability, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, age, disability, or religion in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries concerning Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and ADA may be referred to Sheridan County School District No. 2:

Title IX Coordinator
Human Resource Director
201 N. Connor St.
Sheridan, WY 82801
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Section 504 Coordinator
Special Services Director
201 N. Connor St.
Sheridan, WY 82801
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The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act exemption status(exempt/non-exempt from overtime) is designated by position. Sheridan County School District No. 2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Wyoming State Statute requires any employee initially hired by SCSD2 on or after July 1, 1996, to pass a criminal background check with DCI (Department of Criminal Investigation).