GROUNDSKEEPERS
The Beacon City School District seeks motivated individuals to join our team as Per Diem Groundskeepers.
Position Overview:
This routine manual work involves maintaining grounds and equipment found in a recreation program or at an institution or facility. Work is performed under general supervision with assignments being outlined in detail and spot-checked by inspections.
Responsibilities Include:
- Mows, rakes and cuts grass;
- Cleans grounds of trash, debris, and similar material;
- Maintains lawns, grounds, playing fields, and playground equipment;
- Levels, grades and removes stones;
- Removes snow from walkways and other areas;
- Spreads sand and salt;
- Assists in miscellaneous activities such as moving heavy objects;
- Assists in other groundskeeping activities, such as seeding, fertilization, and watering lawns;
- Transplants seedlings and plants and cares for trees and shrubs, including clipping and pruning;
- Performs general maintenance tasks in the preparation and care of baseball, football and soccer fields as well as fences, goals, stands and other related equipment;
- Operates incinerator, removes garbage and delivers garbage to landfill;
- Maintains equipment used in grounds maintenance;
- Assists in maintenance of roads and driveways;
- Drives motor equipment as required for maintenance tasks.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of grounds maintenance activities;
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions;
- Willingness to perform routine manual work;
- Dependability;
- Mechanical aptitude;
- Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Schedule & Appointment:
- Flexible work schedule tailored to district needs and the employee's availability
- Appointment through June 30, 2027
- Opportunities exist for employees with strong performance to move into roles with more consistent schedules
Qualifications:
- NYS Fingerprinting clearance required
$21.45/hour
Civil Service Eligibility Required
This is an ongoing recruitment. Applications will be accepted continuously and reviewed as vacancies occur throughout the 26-27 school year.
06/30/2027
Civil Service Title: Groundskeeper
Job Number: 26-27-021
