Groundskeeper

Position

Location
:
Stow, Massachusetts, Masters Academy International

Start Date
:
July 1, 2026

Masters Academy International is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Groundskeeper to maintain the beauty, safety, and functionality of our school's outdoor spaces. You will play a key part in ensuring our grounds remain a safe and attractive pillar of student identity. This role is vital in creating a welcoming campus environment that fosters learning, community engagement, and school pride. As an institution that uniquely integrates pro-level coaching with top-tier academics, we value professionals who are reliable, proactive, and committed to the high standards of care required to maintain our athletic fields and common areas.

As a Groundskeeper at Masters Academy International, you will be responsible for maintaining the beauty and safety of our campus lawns, gardens, and outdoor common areas. Your daily work involves precision care, including mowing, edging, fertilizing, and monitoring irrigation systems to ensure our landscapes remain in peak condition. Additionally, you will support our unique athletic focus by preparing sports fields and assisting with the setup and breakdown of outdoor school events.

You are a reliable and proactive professional who takes great pride in maintaining high standards of care and presentation for outdoor environments. Committed to creating a welcoming campus that supports student learning and school pride, you have the stamina and dedication to perform physically demanding work in various weather conditions. You have landscaping or groundskeeping experience and possess a demonstrated ability to safely operate tools ranging from mowers and trimmers to small tractors.

• Education
  :
  High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience
  : 1–3 years of landscaping or groundskeeping experience preferred (school or campus setting a plus).
• Expertise
  :
  Demonstrated ability to safely operate landscaping equipment and tools.
• Knowledge
  :
  Knowledge of landscaping techniques, plant care, and seasonal maintenance practices; basic understanding of irrigation systems and ground care.

The salary range is $50,000. Benefits for eligible roles include medical, life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, and more.

We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to build a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.