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Job Opening Information Groundsperson

Application Deadline
6/30/2025
Position Start Date
7/15/2025

Position Title
Groundsperson
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Salary/Pay Scale
$37,297 Step 1 (actual salary based on experience)
Job Description

There is an anticipated vacancy for a full-time, 12-month Groundsperson in the Facilities & Operations Department. 

 

GENERAL DUTIES:  

  • Performs routine manual work in grounds maintenance under the supervision of the Director of Facilities and Operations.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of approximately 110 acres of fields located in the South Glens Falls Central School District.
  • Mows, rakes and cuts grass.
  • Keeps ground free of litter.
  • Operates and maintains all grounds equipment including mowers, tractors, trucks, snow blowers, weed eaters, trailers, etc. Works with Transportation Department on preventative maintenance plan.
  • Responsible for all landscaping including shrubs and flowers.
  • Inspects and maintains all playground equipment on a monthly basis.
  • Coordinates District’s snowplowing activities.
  • Hauls and spreads topsoil, gravel and related groundskeeping material.
  • Maintains all blacktop surfaces (sealing and lining, repairing potholes).
  • Marks and lines sports fields.

 

  • Other Duties May Include:

  • Delivery of government donated foods once a month.

  • Transfer cafeteria supplies to schools when requested.

  • Assists in moving voting machines.

  • Assists building maintenance mechanics in special projects.

  • Supervises temporary employees assigned to the department.

    • Other duties as assigned by Director of Facilities and Operations and  Assistant Superintendent for Business

MISCELLANEOUS:

Position is full-time, year round.


SALARY & BENEFITS:    Salary and Benefits pursuant to CSEA contract

Civil Service Title
Groundsperson
Job Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Working knowledge of grounds maintenance activities.

  • Able to perform manual work.

  • Physical condition commensurate to perform the essential function of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Graduation from a regionally accredited two-year college with an Associate Degree in Green Management, three years grounds/landscaping experience, or a combination of education and related experience.

Job Category
Building & Grounds
Job Location
MAINTENANCE

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