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Position Type: Maintenance/MaintenanceDate Posted: 7/22/2025Location: Bexley City SchoolsDate Available: 08/14/2025Closing Date: 08/01/2025District: Bexley City School DistrictPosition: Groundskeeper Reports to: Maintenance Office Manager Employment Status: Regular/Full-time FLSA Status: Classified/Non-Exempt/OAPSE Job Description: Responsible for the District's grounds maintenance, including, but not limited to the safety of grounds and athletic sites, implementation of the maintenance plan, the repair and care of grounds, and all related work equipment (e.g., tractors, mowers, snow plows, snow blowers, etc.).Qualifications: Require a high school diploma or equivalent. A valid Ohio driver's license. Satisfactory criminal background check in accordance with Ohio law. Such alternatives to the above as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent. Preferred: Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or related fields. Mechanical experience with small engines and equipment for athletic maintenance, grounds, and other commercial equipment. Experience with care, maintenance, and lining of playing and athletic fields. Encouraged to have and maintain an up-to-date Ohio Industrial Examining Board license or certification for the position. Essential Functions: Grounds and Landscape Maintenance Maintain all district grounds and school property, ensuring a safe and aesthetically pleasing environment. This includes regular care of lawns, shrubbery, and parking lots. Perform comprehensive lawn care, including mowing, trimming, and the raking and disposal of foliage. Remove snow from driveways, parking lots, sidewalks, and entrances as thoroughly as equipment allows to ensure safe passage. Apply herbicides and pesticides as needed, adhering to all safety guidelines and regulations. Empty and clean outside trash barrels and receptacles regularly to maintain cleanliness and prevent pest issues. Assist with the lining and painting of athletic fields, as well as their ongoing maintenance. Equipment and Vehicle Management Identify and submit requests for necessary materials and equipment for maintaining facilities, grounds, and playground equipment to the appropriate supervisor. Develop and implement a maintenance plan for all groundskeeping vehicles and equipment, including trucks, trailers, and tractors, to ensure their safe and efficient operation. Determine and perform proper methods of repair on equipment to minimize downtime and ensure functionality. Safely operate all hand and power tools, as well as all groundskeeping equipment and necessary vehicles. Safety and Compliance Prioritize the safety of students and yourself in all groundskeeping activities. Follow all detailed oral and written instructions to ensure tasks are completed correctly and safely. Attend all provided training and professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and safety protocols. Collaboration and Communication Work cooperatively and collaboratively with all district personnel, including the Maintenance Office Manager, to ensure coordinated care and upkeep of district grounds. Communicate effectively with colleagues and supervisors/administrators regarding work progress, challenges, and needs. Prepare and maintain accurate documentation related to groundskeeping activities and equipment. Train other personnel on proper groundskeeping procedures to promote consistent and safe practices across the district. Property Upkeep and General Duties Regularly check, repair, or replace signage on school property to ensure visibility and compliance. Outline and submit plans for the upkeep and maintenance of all school property. Paint facilities, when requested, contribute to the overall appearance of district buildings. Be prepared to perform heavy physical labor for extended periods as required by groundskeeping tasks. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Learn with curiosity. Demonstrate kindness. Embrace equity. Ability to support the values of our strategic and equity plans. Develop and sustain meaningful relationships with students, families, and staff. Ability to confidently and tactfully assist people in the midst of stressful, difficult, and challenging situations. Ability to interact positively and supportively with staff, students, families, and the community. Respect the variability of cultures, including but not limited to socioeconomic status, religions, family types, etc. Follow all safety guidelines outlined in the Ohio Revised Code and the Ohio Administrative Code for public school employees, including, but not limited to, bloodborne pathogens, ethics, fraud, and reporting child abuse and neglect. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of groundskeeping. Knowledge of skilled building and grounds maintenance methods, equipment, materials, safety practices, and procedures. Knowledge of groundskeeping equipment's methods, tools, and practices, including preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs. Diagnostic knowledge of industry-related equipment. Ability to diagnose malfunctions of equipment. Ability to diagnose and repair minor defects in equipment needed for the position. Knowledge of basic principles of electricity, basic principles of plumbing, and basic principles of carpentry. Ability to operate groundskeeping equipment and vehicles in a safe manner. Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels. Follow oral and written instructions. Ability to use computers to submit and receive work orders, perform training requirements, email, and correspond with vendors and staff. Demonstrate the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions, decimals, and percentages, and interpret drawings, blueprints, diagrams, and specifications. Organizational and problem-solving skills. Place priority on requests. Ability to work independently. Effective, active listening skills. Collaborative team member with the ability to receive and apply constructive feedback on job performance. Possess the physical strength and dexterity needed to perform the assigned tasks. Be available to perform services required when emergencies arise outside normal working hours. Willingness to learn. Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Superintendent's Designee, or Superintendent. Required Knowledge and Use of Equipment and Software: Electronic devices include copiers, printers, scanners, laminators, and fax machines. Motor vehicles, trucks, tractors, forklifts, hydraulic lifts, various hand tools, battery-powered, gas, and electric-run equipment, lawn and athletic equipment, and locking mechanisms on doors and cabinets. Computer, laptop, tablet, or other digital equipment for work related to maintenance and grounds. Keys and locking mechanisms on doors, cabinets, windows, etc. District-employed software. By way of example, this includes any specific technology the District uses, including Google Education software: Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Forms, Sheets, and Google Ed products. Applications (apps) or devices used to calculate numbers or used for purposes of a dictionary, thesaurus, grammar correction, or other applications accessed for this position. Phone equipment and all phone functions include transferring, holding, and sending callers to voicemail. Working Conditions: May occasionally be exposed to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue. Frequent interruption of tasks to support students, staff, parents/guardians, community members, and visitors. Work Outdoors in All Weather - work outside, exposed to various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow. Physical Demands - frequent physical activity, including sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, seeing, reading, speaking, reaching, stretching, crouching, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and stooping. Lifting and Moving - must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull large and heavy items up to 60 lbs, utilizing proper lifting equipment. Move around the school and grounds to assist others. Ability to climb steps or ladders to access various work areas. Frequently operate vehicles and equipment, sometimes in inclement weather. Frequent work with chemicals, in confined spaces, and with electrical equipment. Occasionally work around asbestos, requiring adherence to proper procedures and use of appropriate equipment. Expect frequent exposure to loud noises. Plug in and unplug electrical equipment. Frequent travel throughout the district is required. Tasks will often be interrupted to support students, staff, parents/guardians, community members, and visitors. Occasionally work nights or extended days to support school functions or respond to emergencies outside normal working hours. Repetitive hand motions (e.g., keyboard, typing) or voice-to-text. Employees must remain free of alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substances in the workplace throughout their employment with the District. Note: The above lists are not ranked in order of importance The Bexley City School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the incumbent's supervisor, who will be appointed as the authority. Internal applicants: Email your resume and letter of interest to ...@Bexley.us by 4 pm on Friday, August 1, 2025. Salary Schedule: In accordance with OAPSE/AFSCME LOCAL 4/AFL-CIO AND ITS LOCAL #123. Range with verifiable and related experience $24.61 per hour to $27.61 per hour. Reports to: Maintenance Office Manager, Brett Santantonio Excellent Position Benefits Include: SERS (School Employees Retirement System), Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Personal, Holidays and Sick Leave. Apply today!