Groundskeeper

Groundskeeper

Pay Range

$25.96 – $30.27 per hour

FY 2026–2027 Maintenance CBA (Step scale based on experience)

The Role

To provide students and staff of the District with safe, attractive, well-maintained grounds and superior sports fields.

Reports To

Lead Groundskeeper, Facilities Manager

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Ability to perform duties in varied climate conditions
• Ability to work well under stress
• Experience maintaining grounds equipment and machinery
• Valid State of Maine driver’s license appropriate to assigned vehicles
• Acceptable driving record for district insurance purposes
• Ability to demonstrate aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Maintain and care for school grounds, including sports fields
• Prepare seeding or transplanting beds by cultivating soil and adding fertilizer or chemicals as needed
• Plant seeds, bulbs, tree seedlings, and shrubs to support landscape appearance
• Assist in selecting lawn and flower seed varieties suited to soil conditions
• Prune trees and trim hedges to promote growth and appearance
• Mow lawns using hand or power equipment; operate weed trimmers and leaf blowers as needed
• Set up irrigation systems and water lawns and flowerbeds
• Monitor plants for pests or disease and report concerns to Lead Groundskeeper
• Adjust and repair grounds equipment such as mowers, sprinklers, and hand tools
• Shovel snow and apply sand, salt, or other materials for safety
• Collect and dispose of leaves and refuse
• Maintain and repair bleachers, outdoor furniture, and outbuildings
• Perform custodial duties indoors during winter months as assigned
• Carry and respond to on-call phone duties as assigned (compensated)
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Perform additional duties assigned by Facilities Manager or Lead Groundskeeper

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail: Commitment to accuracy and quality in all tasks
• Team player: Supports colleagues and contributes to shared success
• Critical judgment: Uses sound decision-making to resolve issues
• Process commitment: Follows and improves established procedures
• Follow-through: Completes tasks reliably and communicates progress
• Calm under pressure: Maintains focus during challenges and emergencies
• Respect for diversity: Values inclusion and diverse perspectives

Additional Information

RSU 21 provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or applicable law, unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

Terms of Employment

Twelve-month position. Salary established by Collective Bargaining Agreement and Board policies.

Evaluation

Performance evaluated annually by the Principal and/or Facilities Manager.

Revised Date: 4/19/2022

Superintendent Approved: 4/19/2022