Per Diem Groundskeepers

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.