Grounds Crew Worker (Mow Crew)

Job Summary Position: Grounds Crew Worker (Mow Crew) Job ID: 6604 Location: Fern Ridge High, Fern Ridge Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Open Date: 6/16/2026 Close Date: when filled Starting Pay: $19.15/hr and up depending on experience Benefits Full coverage health, dental, and vision benefits, with a second plan available at a shared cost Pension plan with a 6.86% employer match 403(b) and 457 plans with immediate participation Employer‑paid life insurance Generous vacation, holiday, sick, and personal leave time Great work environment in a West County location Promotional opportunities Essential Job Functions Perform grounds functions throughout the district, including mowing the grass, watering, weed removal, pruning plant material, edging, mulching, and other duties pertaining to ground maintenance. Prepare athletic fields for competition. Conduct parking lot and sidewalk maintenance, report for snow removal duty as required, rake leaves and mulch beds, generate work orders as necessary to maintain grounds in good order, spray topical applications, and various other duties as directed by the Supervisor of Grounds. Qualifications Equivalent of a high school diploma and/or previous experience to adequately perform all functions of this position One to three years' experience in grass cutting or athletic field maintenance Proficiency in safe operation of hand tools and power related equipment including mower, weed trimmer, backhoe, chain saw, brush chipper, etc. Able to obtain a MO Class E driver's license Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and stand or walk for long periods of time Willing to work overtime Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing #J-18808-Ljbffr Parkway Schools