The Binghamton City School District is now seeking dedicated and reliable candidates to join our team as a Groundskeeper. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our students and staff.
The Groundskeeper is directly responsible for ensuring all athletic spaces are clean, safe, and ready for use.
Duties:
- Facilities Readiness.
- Maintenance and Grounds
- Cleaning and Hygiene
- Event Support.
Structure and Reporting:
To ensure clear lines of communication and efficiency, the role will operate under the following structure:
- Direct reporting: The keeper reports to and takes direction from the Director of Athletics (AD).
- Scheduling: A mandatory meeting with the AD will occur every Monday morning to receive the week's schedule and priorities.
- Work Hours: The standard workday is eight hours. This schedule may be flexed as needed to ensure fields, gyms, and facilities are ready for daily events.
- Technical Coordination: The keeper will coordinate with the maintenance department for equipment training, access to tools, and major repair needs.
- Event Training: Will be trained by the Athletic Managers and the AD on specific event set-ups and facility requirements.
Job Qualifications
- Possession of the appropriate level operator's license issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Physical ability to lift heavy objects (50lbs) and condition commensurate with the demands of the position
- Willingness to perform unskilled manual work.
- Willingness to work under all weather conditions.
- Ability to get along with others.
- Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Application Deadline:08/30/2027
Civil Service Title: Custodian
Job Number: 2627-47
