Grounds Laborer, Grade 1

Position Type:

Plant Operations / Maintenance / Grounds/Groundskeeper

Date Posted:

4/15/2025

Location:

Plant Operations

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Position / Title: Grounds Laborer - Grade 1

Bargaining Unit: ESSO

Department/Location: Plant Operations

Work Days: 261

Reports To: Coordinator of Grounds

JD Revision Date: 03/29/2023

Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

Provide the district and the students with a functional, safe, and attractive learning environment. Work entails all phases of groundskeeping and maintenance including, lawn care, parking lot, and sidewalk maintenance, and preparation of outdoor athletic fields. Work assignments are conducted using safety equipment, and following district and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines as required.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Perform groundskeeping services including, but not limited to mowing, edging, trimming, weed control, fertilization, pruning, and regular trash pick-up within the area of assignment.

Assist with preparation of fields, tracks, courts, and grounds for athletic, extracurricular, and other public events as assigned.

Performs tree and shrub maintenance, including planting, transplanting, trimming, removal, and plant disease management.

Conducts preventative maintenance checks, (oil, filters, belts, tire pressure, etc.)

Assist other department personnel in the completion of work activities as assigned.

Other duties as assigned

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience / Knowledge

Ability to operate grounds equipment within safety guidelines.

Horticulture/landscape experience (1-3 years) preferred.

Grounds equipment and routine maintenance experience preferred.

Snow and ice removal experience preferred.

Physical Demands

Able to lift 50 lbs. with proper technique.

Work safely from stepladder, aerial lifts, or scaffolding up to a height of 10 ft.

Work primarily outdoors involving exposure to inclement weather.

Terms of Employment

This is a twelve (12) month position.

Days and hours will vary depending on departmental needs.

Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.

Valid Illinois Driver's License Required.

Attachment(s):

ESSO 2024.pdf

ESSO Salary Schedule SY 20-24.pdf