Facilities and Grounds Worker

Job Description

Job Description

The Facilities & Grounds Worker supports the maintenance, repair, and overall upkeep of the Academy’s campus, including buildings, landscaped areas, walkways, athletic fields, and related infrastructure. This position performs skilled and semi-skilled work in building maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial support, and general facility operations to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained campus environment. The role requires flexibility, physical stamina, attention to safety, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Functions

The Facilities & Grounds Worker is responsible for supporting daily facilities operations and maintaining campus buildings and grounds. Responsibilities essential to this function include:

Facilities Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and painting work
• Conduct regular inspections to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns
• Complete work orders efficiently and report issues requiring specialized repair
• Assist with preventative maintenance tasks as assigned
• Replace light bulbs, filters, and other consumable items

Grounds & Outdoor Maintenance

• Maintain landscaped areas, walkways, parking lots, and campus green spaces
• Perform mowing, trimming, raking, planting, watering, and seasonal landscaping tasks
• Operate grounds equipment such as tractors, mowers, blowers, and utility vehicles
• Perform snow removal, salting, and ice management during winter months
• Support care and upkeep of athletic fields and outdoor facilities

Custodial & Campus Support

• Assist custodial staff with cleaning and sanitizing campus spaces as needed
• Support room setups, furniture moves, event preparation, and campus deliveries

Equipment Operation & Safety

• Operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment safely and effectively
• Follow established safety procedures and proper chemical handling practices
• Report unsafe conditions, damaged equipment, or hazards promptly
• Maintain accurate records of work performed

Vendor & Emergency Support

• Assist contractors and vendors by providing access and basic support when assigned
• Respond to after-hours or emergency facility needs on a rotating or assigned basis

Competencies

• Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
• Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, and grounds equipment safely
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong commitment to safety and campus standards

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors across all seasons
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, machinery noise, dust, and varying weather conditions
• Flexible schedule may include evenings, weekends, or on-call assignments

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, climb ladders, and work at various heights
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in varying environmental conditions
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance is an essential function of the position

Travel Required

Minimal travel required; work is primarily campus-based.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior facilities, maintenance, custodial, or grounds experience preferred

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience working in a campus, school, or institutional environment.

Work Authorization

Employee must be authorized to work in the United States of America. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required background checks.

Affirmative Action / EEO Statement

Wayland Academy is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. Wayland Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression), national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristic.

Other Duties

The employee may be assigned other reasonable duties by management as deemed necessary to support the effective operation of the school.