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Substitute Groundskeeper

Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District

Clifton Springs, NYFull-timeNo compensation foundTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Clifton Springs, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid NYS Operator’s License

Job overview

Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District is hiring a Substitute Groundskeeper. The Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District is seeking a Substitute Groundskeeper. This role involves operating various equipment for grounds maintenance, performing routine tasks like mowing and raking, and keeping areas free of litter. The successful candidate will also plant and maintain trees, remove snow and ice, and maintain recreation areas. General repairs to equipment, facilities, and buildings are also part of the duties, along with janitorial tasks when not performing groundskeeping.

Key focus areas include Operate a variety of equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers, weed cutters, Perform routine grounds maintenance activities such as mowing, cutting, weed trimming, and raking grass, and Keep grounds free of litter.

Successful candidates bring One Year Of Full-time Paid Experience, Valid NYS Operator’s License, and Civil Service Requirements. Preferred (not required): Operate Trucks, Operate Tractors, Operate Mowers, and Operate Weed Cutters.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operate TrucksOperate TractorsOperate MowersOperate Weed CuttersGrounds MaintenanceMowingCuttingWeed TrimmingRaking GrassLitter RemovalPlanting TreesMaintaining TreesPlanting ShrubsMaintaining ShrubsPlanting PlantsMaintaining PlantsSnow RemovalIce RemovalRecreation Area MaintenanceGeneral RepairsEquipment MaintenanceFacilities MaintenanceBuilding MaintenancePaintingHousekeepingJanitorial Duties

Qualifications

Valid NYS Operator’s LicenseMeet Civil Service RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED1 Year of Full-Time Paid Experience5 Years of Full-Time Paid Experience

Full job description

The Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District has an opening for a Substitute Groundskeeper. The successful candidate's duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Operate a variety of equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers, weed cutters, etc. in the maintenance and care of grounds and recreation areas;

  • Perform routine grounds maintenance activities such as mowing, cutting, weed trimming, and raking grass;

  • Keep grounds free of litter;

  • Plant and maintain trees, shrubs, and plants;

  • Remove snow and ice from walks, pathways, and steps;

  • Maintain recreation areas such as the football field, baseball diamond, playgrounds, and other recreation areas;

  • Perform general repairs and maintenance to equipment, facilities, and buildings such as, but not limited to, painting, cleaning, and upkeep or other manual work;

  • When not working as Groundskeeper, perform janitorial and cleaning duties;

  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities.

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED Preferred

  • One (1) Year of Full-time Paid Experience, Five (5) Years Preferred

  • Possession of a Valid NYS Operator’s License

  • Must meet Civil Service Requirements

Application Deadline:06/30/2027

Civil Service Title: Groundskeeper

Job Number: DIS7.2026-5

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