Grounds Category A - Entry Level Groundskeeper

JobID: 45134

Position Type

Plant Operations / Maintenance / Grounds/Groundskeeper

Date Posted

5/5/2026

Location

Plant Operations

Date Available

ASAP

Closing Date

Until Filled

Position / Title

Grounds Category A - Entry Level Groundskeeper

Bargaining Unit

ESSO Department/Location:Plant Operations

Work Days

261 Reports To: Coordinator of Grounds

JD Revision Date

10/22/2025 Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

Supports the daily groundskeeping operation and assists in landscaping, arboriculture, concrete and asphalt maintenance, snow and ice management, and outdoor facilities and playground maintenance. Promptly reports any issues beyond their level of expertise to the appropriate supervisor and safely completes tasks in accordance with district and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. This role ensures the grounds remain clean, safe, and fully functional for students, staff, and community stakeholders.*Upon successful completion of 180 days of training and passing the Illinois Pesticide License General Standards exam, this position will be reclassified for advancement to Category B – Groundskeeper I.*Job Duties / Responsibilities+ Perform grounds upkeep and maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, edging, fertilizing, weed control, and trash/debris pick up. + Safely operate and maintain handheld tools and small engine equipment, including, but not limited to, mowers, trimmers, blowers, and snow removal tools. + Prepare and maintain athletic fields, courts, and outdoor spaces for events and daily use. + Assist with seasonal landscaping duties such as pruning, planting, removal, and tree/shrub care. + Provide support for events by coordinating setup, assisting during activities, and performing cleanup afterward, with flexibility for evening and weekend hours as required. + Monitor and report grounds-related supply and equipment n...